Cumberland County

Cumberland County extends across the central region of Virginia with a combination of rural landscapes and residential communities at coordinates 37.51°N and 78.24°W.

The Virginia General Assembly established Cumberland County in 1749, naming it after William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland, son of King George II.

The county maintains traditional governmental structures through regular public meetings where residents participate in local decision-making processes regarding community development.

The county administration operates from the town of Cumberland, providing essential services including waste management, conservation programs, and infrastructure maintenance.

The Technical Division manages equipment at emergency communication sites, including maintenance of critical 9-1-1 tower locations throughout the territory.

Location: Virginia

Inception: 1749

Capital city: Cumberland

Shares border with: Goochland County, Powhatan County, Amelia County, Prince Edward County, Buckingham County, Fluvanna County

Website: http://cumberlandcounty.virginia.gov

GPS coordinates: 37.51000,-78.24000

Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:10