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General Information About the
County
 Geographic
Information
Topography >
Fluvanna County is located in the Piedmont Plateau Physiographic Province and is characterized by gently rolling hills. Covering 282 square miles, two-thirds of the county's land is forested, with most open land devoted to farming and grazing. Elevations above sea level range from around 200 feet at the Town of Columbia to about 550 feet at Zion Crossroads.
Location >
Centrally located in the heart of Virginia, Fluvanna County is about 25 miles east of Charlottesville, 60 miles west of Richmond, 120 miles south of Washington, D.C. and within 45 miles of the famous Skyline Drive. Fluvanna County is bounded on the south by the James River, which separates it from Buckingham and Cumberland Counties. It is bounded on the west by Albemarle County, on the north by Louisa County and on the east by Goochland County.
Climate >
A moderate climate prevails with winds from the south. The average January temperature is 37.5 degrees and the average July temperature is 77.9 degrees. The typical annual rainfall is 42.59 inches with annual snowfall around 14.40 inches. |
Demographics
Population >
Fluvanna County's population, estimated at 25,000, is one of the fastest growing counties in Virginia. While the county is still mostly rural, larger concentrations of residents may be found at Lake Monticello, Palmyra and Fork Union. |
Living and
Working
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Transportation >
Interstate 64 crosses the county's northern tip and provides direct access to Charlottesville, Richmond and the Tidewater region. U.S. Route 15, a major north-south highway, runs through the center of the county. State Route 6 runs east-west at the southern end of the county. Scheduled air, rail and bus service is conveniently located within easy commute of the entire county.
Public Service >
The Sheriffs Department and the Virginia State Police provide law enforcement for the entire county. Lake Monticello Police Department operates primarily in that community. Volunteer fire and rescue squads serve throughout the county providing an exceptional level of service.
Television/Cable >
NBC, CBS, ABC and PBS affiliates in Charlottesville, is widely received throughout the county and provide frequent coverage of county events. Stations affiliated with the other national networks can be received over the air throughout the county. Cable television service is available at Lake Monticello and in some other areas of the county.
Newspapers >
The Central Virginian (weekly), The Daily Progress, The Fluvanna Review (weekly), and The Rural Virginian (weekly) provide regular coverage of Fluvanna County.
Utilities >
Electricity is provided by Virginia Power or the Central Virginia Electric Cooperative. Telephone service is available through Sprint and cellular coverage is also available. Public water and sewer service is available at Lake Monticello. Public water service is available in portions of Fork Union and Palmyra.
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Health and
Education
Health Care >
Numerous health care professionals operate within the county covering a wide range of specialties including pediatric, family, and internal medicine. dental, eye, physical therapy, counseling, pharmacy and veterinary services are also available. Fluvanna County is fortunate to be conveniently located to the world-renowned University of Virginia Medical Center, a Level I trauma center and, the community based not-for-profit Martha Jefferson Hospital, both is Charlottesville. Pegasus Flight Operations covers the county providing helicopter transport in emergency medical situations.
Education >
Fluvanna County operates three elementary, one middle and one high school. Three private schools are also located within the county. The University of Virginia in Charlottesville is composed of graduate and professional schools. Piedmont Virginia Community College, approximately 20 miles from the county, offers a wide variety of classes and degrees on its campus and at satellite locations within the county. Other institutions of higher education within easy commute of Fluvanna County include J. Sergeant Reynolds Community College in Goochland County, the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, and Mary Baldwin College in Staunton. |
Local
Economy
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of new businesses in Fluvanna County is rising faster than anywhere else in Central Virginia. While forestry and agriculture are still the backbone of Fluvanna County's economy, a growing retail and service business sector is emerging. Commercial activity within the county is centered around Fork Union, Lake Monticello, Palmyra and Zion Crossroads.
Fluvanna County is one of the few counties in Virginia that does not levy a bpol, or tax on business gross receipts. The Fluvanna County Industrial Development Authority is authorized to issue tax-exempt revenue bonds.
The Chamber of Commerce, the Industrial Development Authority and the Economic Development Commission are very active in the support of business, especially community based "cottage" industries. |
Recreation
Leisure Activities >
Fluvanna County has abundant natural resources, including the James, Hardware and Rivanna Rivers. These waterways, along with other natural areas, provide ample opportunity for hunting, fishing, boating, hiking and other outdoor activities. The state operated Hardware Wildlife Management Area, encompassing 1,034 acres and the 50 acre Fluvanna.
Ruritan Lake are particular favorites of outdoor enthusiasts.
The County Recreation Department operates a gymnasium and community center and sponsors over 33 programs and five athletic leagues. There are nine ball fields and two tennis courts. The county also owns a 969 acre property, with two miles of riverfront, park and recreation, educational and local government development potential near Palmyra.
Activities open to residents and property owners of the Lake Monticello community center around a 352 acre man-made lake. The main lake is open for swimming, boating, water skiing, diving and fishing. There are five beaches for access to the water and a marina with a boat ramp for trailer accessibility. Along with the water activities, there is a par 72, PGA championship golf course, basketball courts, baseball field, soccer field and two playgrounds with cook-out facilities.
Lake Monticello's beautiful semi-private 18-hole, par 72 golf course is ideal for golfers of all skill levels. The thoughtfully designed course takes full advantage of the natural contours and features of Piedmont Virginia's lovely rolling landscape. Fairways are open but there are out of bounds, woods, and/or water on every hole. Pro Shop, practice facilities, and snack bar avaialble for your use and enjoyment. Everyone is welcome to enjoy golf at Lake Monticello.
Laurel Ridge Golf Club, located one mile north of Palmyra on Route 15, opened for play in October 1997. The 18-hole, public course has a Pro Shop, restaurant and driving range. The par 72, 6,600 yard course features two small lakes and a 12 acre irrigation lake to provide water hazards.
Cultural Activities >
With the completed renovation of the Carysbrook Auditorium in 1997, a new home for the arts is available in Fluvanna County. With concerts, community theater productions, lectures, and other events held year round, county residents are provided with exciting activities to suit every taste within the county. With its close proximity to Charlottesville, Richmond, and Washington D.C., Fluvanna County is in a unique geographic location to offer easy access to the widest range of cultural events.
The Fluvanna County Library has approximately 32,000 volumes, videos and compact discs. The library also sponsors a wide variety of programs for the benefit of children and the adult population.
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