Bath County topographic map

Blacksburg exhibits a varied topography characterized by its rolling hills and elevation changes. The town is situated at an average elevation of approximately 2,040 feet (621 meters) above sea level, with elevations ranging from about 1,440 feet (440 meters) to peaks reaching approximately 2,800 feet (860…

Average elevation: 2,037 ft

Average elevation: 20 ft

Alexandria, Virginia, is characterized by a diverse topography that features both flat and gently rolling landscapes, primarily situated along the banks of the Potomac River. The city sits at an average elevation of about 100 feet above sea level, with some areas dipping to nearly 5 feet below sea level near…

Average elevation: 75 ft

Although the term "Blue Ridge" is sometimes applied exclusively to the eastern edge or front range of the Appalachian Mountains, the geological definition of the Blue Ridge province extends westward to the Ridge and Valley area, encompassing the Great Smoky Mountains, the Great Balsams, the Roans, the Blacks,…

Average elevation: 1,509 ft

Virginia Beach, Virginia, located in the coastal region of the United States, features a predominantly flat terrain characterized by its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. The elevation is remarkably low, averaging about 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level, which contributes to the area's susceptibility to…

Average elevation: 7 ft

Fredericksburg is characterized by its varied topography, which plays a significant role in the region's historical and recreational appeal. The city is situated on rolling hills that rise gently from the banks of the Rappahannock River, creating a picturesque landscape. The river itself meanders through the…

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Wytheville is nestled within the scenic Appalachian Mountains, characterized by a varied topography that features rolling hills, gentle valleys, and steep ridges. The town sits at an elevation of approximately 2,300 feet, which contributes to its cooler climate and offers picturesque views of the surrounding…

Average elevation: 2,362 ft

Average elevation: 846 ft

Most of the county lies in the Piedmont region, with rolling hills and deep stream valleys such as Difficult Run and its tributaries. West of Route 28, the hills give way to a flat, gentle valley that stretches west to the Bull Run Mountains in Loudoun County. Elevations in the county range from near sea level…

Average elevation: 246 ft

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Average elevation: 36 ft

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Roanoke is characterized by a diverse topography, nestled within the Appalachian Mountains and the scenic Blue Ridge region. The city is situated at an elevation of approximately 1,100 feet, with the surrounding terrain consisting of rolling hills and valleys, predominantly shaped by the nearby Roanoke River.…

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The dam creating the lake, North Anna Dam, is a 5,000-foot-long (1,524 m) and 90-foot-high (27 m) earthen embankment dam. It is 30 feet (9 m) wide at its crest which sits at an elevation of 265 feet (81 m) above sea level. The dam's spillway is located in the center of its body and is 200 feet (61 m) wide,…

Average elevation: 318 ft

Average elevation: 207 ft

Shenandoah National Park lies along the Blue Ridge Mountains in north-central Virginia. These mountains form a distinct highland rising to elevations above 4,000 feet (1,200 m). Local topographic relief between the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah Valley exceeds 3,000 feet (910 m) at some locations. The…

Average elevation: 1,099 ft

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Ashburn is located at 39°02′37″N 077°29′15″W / 39.04361°N 77.48750°W / 39.04361; -77.48750 (39.0437192, −77.4874899) and its average elevation is 295 feet (90 m) above sea level. According to the 2010 United States Census, the CDP has a total area of 17.287 square miles (44.77 km2), of…

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Floyd County is situated atop a high plateau of the Blue Ridge Mountains which divides the eastward flowing from the westward flowing waters. With the high topography, no streams flow into Floyd County. The county is drained primarily by Little River and its tributaries which flow into New River below the…

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Lynchburg has a four-season humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa), with cool winters and hot, humid summers. The monthly daily average temperature ranges from 35.9 °F (2.2 °C) in January to 76.0 °F (24.4 °C) in July. Nights tend to be significantly cooler than days throughout much of the year due in part…

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The first European settlers arrived in the region in the mid 18th century. These were primarily Scotch-Irish pioneers, who were used to high mountain altitudes. However, early settlement was slow, mostly due to the poor agricultural soil of the area. As a result, lead mining was one of the first economic…

Average elevation: 2,326 ft

Average elevation: 295 ft

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has an area of 651 square miles (1,690 km2), of which 647 square miles (1,680 km2) is land and 3.8 square miles (9.8 km2) (0.6%) is water. Fauquier county is not densely populated, but exurban development from Washington, DC has sprung up in some parts. Even in…

Average elevation: 499 ft

The area that later became Galax was part of an 800-acre (320 ha) land grant given to James Buchanan in 1756 by the British Crown. The first plat map for Galax is dated December 1903; The town founders selected the site for the city on a wide expanse of meadowland bisected by Chestnut Creek and sitting at an…

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Rustburg is located in north-central Campbell County at 37°16′25″N 79°05′56″W / 37.273731°N 79.098914°W / 37.273731; -79.098914 (37.273731, −79.098914). U.S. Route 501 passes through the center of town, leading north 11 miles (18 km) to Lynchburg and south 20 miles (32 km) to Brookneal.…

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