2016 Map of Sparta

About this map

The Mattaponi River meanders through the southern portion of this landscape, defining a region where water and timber define the local economy. In the early 21st century, the area remains characterized by rural crossroads and the expansive King and Queen Swamp, which dominates the eastern boundary with King and Queen County. Small settlements like Lauraville, Sorrell, and Salvia are connected by a network of local roads such as Newtown Rd and Salvia Rd, reflecting a pattern of upland farmsteads overlooking the river valley. Genealogists will find value in the location of the Shiloh United Methodist Church Cem near Bagby and Salem Cem in the north near Sparta. Notable landmarks such as Toombs Bridge and Jiles Millpond indicate historical points of crossing and industry that have shaped the transit routes across the Maracossic Creek and its tributaries.