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1968 Map of Truhart

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Truhart
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

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Mattaponi River tides reach into the southwestern corner of this coastal plain landscape, where the Gleason Marsh and Tidal Flat define the transition between the river and the inland forests. The interior is characterized by an intricate network of wetland drainage systems, including Exol Swamp, Holmes Swamp, and Dragon Swamp, which shaped the placement of early roads and small rural crossroads.

Settlement patterns in the late 1960s revolve around established communities such as Little Plymouth and Dragonville. Local landmarks like the Lower King and Queen Ch and Mount Olive Ch serve as social anchors for the surrounding farms. The influence of family-named landmarks is evident in features like Allens Millpond, Carlton Hill Swampy Creek, and the ferry-access point at Melrose Landing, providing a clear view of the tidewater's colonial-descended geography before modern development shifted rural life.