2016 Map of Sebrell

About this map

The Nottoway River defines the low-lying landscape of south-central Virginia, where the border of Sussex and Southampton counties follows the shifting paths of the coastal plain. In this 2016 survey, the village of Sebrell sits as a primary junction for rural life, surrounded by a dense network of drainage systems like Hunting Quarter Swamp, Buckhorn Swamp, and Hornet Swamp. The map reveals a reliance on historical crossings, noted by landmarks such as Peters Bridge, Westbrook Bridge, and Careys Bridge that span the slow-moving river and its tributaries. Local family histories are preserved in several documented burial grounds, including the Hickory Hill Cem, Butts Cem, and Sebrell-Reese Cem. The distribution of these features suggests a community traditionally shaped by the geography of the wetlands and the agricultural tracts accessed via routes like Barn Tavern Rd and Mill Neck Rd.