1984 Map of Tappahannock

About this map

The Rappahannock River serves as the central artery for this 1984 survey, carving through the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula of Virginia toward the Chesapeake Bay. Major regional hubs like Tappahannock and Warsaw anchor the upper reaches, while the river mouth opens wide past Stingray Point and Windmill Point. The map provides a high-resolution view of the intricate coastline, detailing the numerous inlets of the Potomac River including the Yeocomico River and Coan River. This transition from freshwater systems to the saltier waters of Tangier Sound illustrates the maritime character of communities like Reedville and Deltaville. Farther inland, the confluence of the Mattaponi River and Pamunkey River at West Point defines the birth of the York River, highlighting the region's historic dependence on these waterways for transport and trade.