Nansemond River

In today's world, Nansemond River has become a topic of great relevance and interest to many people. Whether due to its impact on society, its influence in the workplace or its importance in personal development, Nansemond River has captured the attention of a wide audience. As we continue to move forward into the 21st century, interest and curiosity in Nansemond River only seems to increase, leading us to further explore and understand all aspects related to this topic. In this article, we will delve into the different aspects of Nansemond River, analyze its relevance in different contexts and explore its impact today.

Tidal marsh on the Nansemond River

The Nansemond River is a 19.8-mile-long (31.9 km) tributary of the James River in Virginia in the United States. Virginian colonists named the river for the Nansemond tribe of Native Americans, who had long inhabited the area. They continue as a federally recognized tribe in Virginia.

The river begins at the outlet of Lake Meade north of downtown Suffolk, which had historically marked the northern boundary of the city. The Nansemond River Light once signaled the river's confluence with the James.

The Nansemond River Bridge, once a toll bridge and part of U.S. Route 17, crosses the river near its mouth. Two other bridges cross the river, one from downtown Suffolk and one on Route 58.

The Nansemond National Wildlife Refuge is located along the river.

See also

References

  1. ^ U.S. Geological Survey. National Hydrography Dataset high-resolution flowline data. The National Map, accessed April 1, 2011
  2. ^ "Suffolk". virginiaplaces.org. Charles A. Grymes. Retrieved 21 April 2016.

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