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Nelson County is a county located in the Commonwealth of Virginia, with a population of 14,775 according to the 2020 census. The county seat is Lovingston, and Nelson County is part of the Charlottesville, VA Metropolitan Statistical Area.
At the time the English began settling Virginia in the 1600s, the area that is now Nelson County was inhabited by a Siouan-speaking tribe known as the Nahyssan, who were likely connected to the Manahoac. Over time, European settlers displaced the indigenous population, and the county's history was shaped by its position in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Nelson County was established in 1807, carved out of Amherst County, with its government formed the following year. It was named in honor of Thomas Nelson Jr., a signer of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, who served as Governor of Virginia in 1781. A previous county of the same name was also named after him, which became part of Kentucky when it separated from Virginia in 1792.
Today, Nelson County is a charming and historic area, offering visitors a glimpse into the history and culture of Virginia. The county is home to a number of landmarks and attractions, including the Wintergreen Resort, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Nelson County Heritage Center, which showcases the county's unique history and heritage. Visitors to the area can also enjoy outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, fishing, and camping, making Nelson County a popular destination for both locals and tourists.
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The Oak Ridge Railroad Overpass is a historic bridge located near the town of Shipman in Nelson County, Virginia. This impressive Pratt truss bridge was built in 1882 by the Keystone Bridge Company and remains an excellent example of 19th-century bridge engineering. It consists of a single span through Pratt truss with two wooden beam approach spans. The span length is 100 feet, while the approach spans are 19 feet in length. The bridge carries VA State Route 653 over the Norfolk Southern Washington District, a busy railway line that is part of the former Southern Main Line that ran between Washington, D.C. and Atlanta.
The Oak Ridge Railroad Overpass has been recognized for its architectural and historical significance and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. The bridge serves as a testament to the engineering skills and construction techniques of the late 19th century, and it continues to provide a vital transportation link for the community today.
Visitors to the area can appreciate the unique design and construction of the Oak Ridge Railroad Overpass, which stands as a symbol of the area's rich cultural heritage. It remains a popular destination for history enthusiasts and those interested in engineering and architecture. The bridge also provides a vital connection for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians traveling through the area, making it an important part of the local transportation network.
Commonwealth-VA State Board ● 4038 Thomas Nelson Hwy # B ● Arrington ● (434) 263-8315
County Of Nelson Maintenance ● 8519 Thomas Nelson Hwy ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7095
Denver For Governor ● 9520 Rockfish Valley Hwy ● Afton ● (434) 906-8982
Faber Volunteer Fire Dept ● 8207 Irish Rd ● Faber ● (434) 263-8052
Gladstone Volunteer Fire Dept ● 8786 Richmond Hwy ● Gladstone ● (434) 933-8665
Lovingston Vol Fire Dept ● 3639 James River Rd ● Wingina ● (434) 263-7613
Montebello Volunteer Fire Dept ● 119 Fork Mountain Ln ● Montebello ● (540) 377-2145
Nelson Center ● 8445 Thomas Nelson Hwy ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-4000
Nelson County ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7000
Nelson County Administrator ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-8472
Nelson County Animal Control ● 996 Morse Ln ● Arrington ● (434) 263-7047
Nelson County Animal Shelter ● 972 Morse Ln ● Arrington ● (434) 263-4800
Nelson County Attorney ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7010
Nelson County Building Inspctn ● 80 Front St ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7080
Nelson County Circuit Court ● 84 Courthouse Sq # 1 ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7020
Nelson County Community Dev ● 8445 Thomas Nelson Hwy # 102 ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-8074
Nelson County E-911 Crdntr ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7120
Nelson County Emergency Svc ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7045
Nelson County General Dist CT ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7040
Nelson County Gypsy Moth Cood ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-8498
Nelson County Health Dept ● 4038 Thomas Nelson Hwy # B ● Arrington ● (434) 263-8315
Nelson County Human Resources ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7135
Nelson County Juvenile Court ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7030
Nelson County Planning Zoning ● 80 Front St ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7090
Nelson County Public Works ● 8395 Thomas Nelson Hwy ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7095
Nelson County Revenue Commn ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7070
Nelson County Sheriff's Office ● 94 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7050
Nelson County Social Svc Dept ● 203 Front St ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7160
Nelson County Svc Authority ● 620 Cooperative Way ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-5341
Nelson County Tourism ● 8519 Thomas Nelson Hwy ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7015
Nelson County Transfer Station ● 972 Morse Ln ● Arrington ● (434) 263-7097
Nelson County Treasurer's Ofc ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7060
Nelson County Victim Svc ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7014
Nelson Memorial Br Jefferson ● 8521 Thomas Nelson Hwy ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-5904
Rockfish Valley Volunteer Fire ● 11100 Rockfish Valley Hwy ● Afton ● (540) 456-6465
Solid Waste Recycling ● 80 Front St ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7098
USPS ● 3154 Afton Mountain Rd ● Afton ● (540) 456-6338
USPS ● 17 Phoenix Rd ● Arrington ● (434) 263-5382
USPS ● 68 Post Office Ln ● Faber ● (434) 263-5383
USPS ● 131 Main St ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-5216
USPS ● 15048 Crabtree Falls Hwy ● Montebello ● (540) 377-9218
USPS ● 3577 Patrick Henry Hwy ● Piney River ● (434) 277-5951
USPS ● 7877 Patrick Henry Hwy ● Roseland ● (434) 277-5919
USPS ● 6648 Rockfish River Rd ● Schuyler ● (434) 831-2440
USPS ● 10697 James River Rd ● Shipman ● (434) 263-5374
USPS ● 13711 Norwood Rd ● Wingina ● (434) 263-8346
Wintergreen Police Dept ● 85 Wintergreen Dr ● Roseland ● (434) 325-1106
Wintergreen Rescue Squad Inc ● 487 Monocan Dr ● Nellysford ● (434) 325-8536
Wintergreen Volunteer Fire Dpt ● 2390 Wintergreen Dr ● Roseland ● (434) 325-1051
ABC Store 126 ● 2819 Rockfish Valley Hwy # 151 ● Nellysford ● (434) 361-2316
Afton Self Storage ● 200 Afton Mountain Rd ● Afton ● (434) 361-2445
All Seasons Heating & Air ● 71 Parkway View Dr ● Vesuvius ● (540) 784-3896
Apple Shed ● 14815 Thomas Nelson Hwy ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-8843
Buteo Books ● 2731 Arrington Rd ● Arrington ● (434) 263-8671
Devils Knob Golf Course ● 183 Clubhouse Rd ● Nellysford ● (434) 325-8240
Dollar General ● 88 Main St ● Lovingston ● (434) 661-3025
Dollar General ● 2985 Rockfish Valley Hwy ● Nellysford ● (434) 226-2212
Dollar General ● 5671 Lowesville Rd ● Piney River ● (434) 277-1240
Edible Landscaping ● 361 Spirit Ridge Ln ● Afton ● (434) 361-9134
Family Dollar ● 50 Main St ● Lovingston ● (434) 459-6079
Harman Eye Ctr-Lovingston Optl ● 356 Front St ● Lovingston ● (434) 385-5600
Interstate Industries Inc ● 167 Main St ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-8692
Kennedy's Heating & Air Cond ● 9978 Critzers Shop Rd ● Afton ● (540) 456-8081
Margaritas The Flavor-Mexico ● 2815 Rockfish Valley Hwy ● Nellysford ● (434) 218-7767
Nelke Heating & Cooling ● 2776 Freshwater Cove Ln ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7707
Nellysford Liquor Store ● 2819 Rockfish Valley Hwy ● Nellysford ● (434) 361-2316
Silverback Spirits LLC ● 9520 Rockfish Valley Hwy ● Afton ● Not Available
Stoney Creek Monocan Golf Crse ● Route 644 ● Nellysford ● (434) 325-8250
Stoney Creek Shamokin Golf Crs ● Route 664 ● Nellysford ● (434) 325-8250
Stoney Creek Tuckahoe Golf Crs ● Route 664 ● Nellysford ● (434) 325-8250
Walgreens ● 74 Tanbark Plz ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-4224
Basic Necessities ● 2226 Rockfish Valley Hwy ● Nellysford ● (434) 361-1766
Blue Mountain Brewery Inc ● 9519 Critzers Shop Rd ● Afton ● (540) 456-8020
Blue Ridge Pig ● 2198 Rockfish Valley Hwy ● Nellysford ● (434) 361-1170
Chen's ● ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-8865
Chicken Coop ● 40 Front St ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7818
Chicken Hollow Crafters ● 410 Chicken Hollow Ln ● Tyro ● (540) 377-6034
Chirios Pizza ● 2777 Highway 151 ● Nellysford ● (434) 361-9188
Colleen Exxon ● 4071 Thomas Nelson Hwy ● Arrington ● (434) 263-8395
Cristina's Cafe ● 2851 Patrick Henry Hwy ● Arrington ● (434) 277-5066
Devils Backbone Brewing Co ● 80 Mosbys Run ● Roseland ● (434) 361-1001
Edge ● RR 664 ● Nellysford ● (434) 325-8080
El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant ● 37 Tanbark Plz ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-5999
Fountain Room ● ● Nellysford ● (434) 361-1101
Giuseppes Italian Restaurant ● 2842 Rockfish Valley Hwy ● Nellysford ● (434) 361-9170
Kona Ice Cville ● ● Afton ● (434) 466-8959
Lovingston Cafe ● 165 Front St ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-8000
Mark Addy ● 56 Rodes Farm Dr ● Nellysford ● (434) 361-1101
Mc Donald's ● 44 Callohill Dr ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-8066
Paulie's Pig Out ● 7376 Rockfish Valley Hwy ● Afton ● (434) 361-2001
Rapunzel's Coffee & Books ● 924 Front St ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-6660
Stoney Creek Bar & Grill ● 1354 Stoney Crk W ● Nellysford ● (434) 325-8110
Subway ● 65 Callohill Dr ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-6800
Tuck & Ollies ● 2773 Rockfish Valley Hwy ● Nellysford ● (434) 226-1883
Tye River Restaurant ● 1170 Thomas Nelson Hwy ● Arrington ● (434) 263-8110
Vito's Italian Restaurant ● 8181 Thomas Nelson Hwy ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-8688
Wild Wolf Brewing Co ● 2461 Rockfish Valley Hwy ● Nellysford ● (434) 284-5220
Nelson County High School ● 6919 Thomas Nelson Hwy ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-8317
Nelson County Middle School ● 6925 Thomas Nelson Hwy ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-4801
Nelson County Public Schools ● 84 Courthouse Sq ● Lovingston ● (434) 263-7100
North Branch School ● 221 Mickens Rd ● Afton ● (540) 456-8450
Rockfish River Elementary Sch ● 200 Chapel Hollow Rd ● Afton ● (434) 361-1791
Tye River Elementary School ● 5198 Thomas Nelson Hwy ● Arrington ● (434) 263-8960