Gloucester Point sits on the York River, where U.S. 17 crosses to Yorktown over the George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge. Mathews County was created from Gloucester County in 1791. This guide sets out how the shore between them differs for a roof, and what the sources say about it.
Key takeaways
- U.S. 17 crosses the York River at Gloucester Point on the George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge.
- Mathews County was created from Gloucester County in 1791.
- The Mathews courthouse has been in continuous service since the 1790s.
- New Point Comfort lighthouse was first lit on 17 January 1805.
- Middlesex County lies across the Piankatank, and drive times are not given here.
How do the York River and the Piankatank shape a roof call?
The York River separates Gloucester Point from Yorktown, and the Piankatank separates Gloucester from Middlesex County. Water sits between the places, so a straight-line distance is not a drive.
A technician plans each trip from the road route, which this guide does not give. Give the full address when you call so the visit is confirmed for that route.
What is the history of Mathews County?
Mathews County was created in 1791 from Gloucester County, and its courthouse has been in continuous service since the 1790s. The courthouse square is a historic district.
Older buildings on the square may share walls and gutter lines with their neighbours. Check those shared edges on any repair.
What does the New Point Comfort lighthouse tell us?
New Point Comfort lighthouse was first lit on 17 January 1805. The 1933 hurricane cut it off from the mainland, and it now stands on a small island.
The sources differ on the tower's height and build year, so this guide gives neither. The lighthouse is a landmark and does not change how a roof is inspected.
How does the storm record affect the shore?
The 1933 Chesapeake-Potomac hurricane holds the Sewell's Point gauge record, and Hurricane Isabel reached Virginia on 18 September 2003 with evacuations ordered for Gloucester and Mathews counties.
Storm surge and wind exposure are the main roof hazards on this shore. Check the edges and flashing on the river side first, then the rest of the roof.
| Place | What is sourced |
|---|---|
| Gloucester Point | Census-designated place of 10,587 people (2020); U.S. 17 crossing |
| Mathews courthouse | In continuous service since the 1790s |
| New Point Comfort lighthouse | First lit 17 January 1805 |
| Fort Nonsense | Confederate earthwork of 1862, now a county park |
Frequently asked questions
How is Gloucester Point connected to Yorktown?
U.S. Route 17 crosses the York River from Gloucester Point to Yorktown on the George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge.
When was Mathews County created?
Mathews County was created in 1791 from Gloucester County.
How far is it to drive from Gloucester to Middlesex County?
This guide does not give drive times. The water between the places means the road route is much longer than the straight line.
Does this guide list roof prices for these towns?
No. The guide describes place and history. Prices are confirmed on site after a technician inspects the roof.
Sources
This guide is general information for Gloucester County homeowners, not a substitute for an on-site inspection. Prices are estimates. See our disclaimer.