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2016 Map of Skippers

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Skippers
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The state boundary between Virginia and North Carolina bisects this landscape, separating Greensville County from Northampton County. The terrain is defined by an extensive network of wetlands and small waterways, including Fountains Creek, Caney Swamp, and Jacks Swamp, which dictate the placement of local thoroughfares and crossings. Small agricultural hubs and junctions such as Skippers, Turners Crossroads, and Brewers Crossroads provide a look at the rural settlement patterns near the interstate corridor.

Genealogists will find significant value in the documentation of family-named landmarks and resting places, such as Robinson Cem, Wyche Cem, and Vincent Cem. The presence of Mitchells Mill and Corwells Millpond reflects the historical importance of water-driven industry in this borderland region. The map also traces a mix of named local routes, from Zion Church Rd to Moores Ferry Rd, connecting these dispersed rural communities.