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1951 Map of Sparta

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Sparta
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

Sparta and the surrounding crossroads of Caroline County appear here during a period of steady mid-century rural life, anchored by small community centers and an intricate network of waterways. The landscape is defined by the winding course of the Mattaponi River to the south and the swampy bottomlands of Maracossic Creek and Beverly Run. These water sources supported local industry and agriculture, evidenced by Broadus Mill Pond and Byrds Mill Pond.

Social life in the mid-20th century centered on dispersed settlements such as Central Point, Alps, and Lauraville. The map provides significant genealogical value, documenting local landmarks like Salem Ch, Shiloh Ch, and the Jerusalem Sch. The convergence of county lines between Caroline, King and Queen, and King William counties near the river highlights the complex jurisdictional boundaries of this Virginia Tidewater region.