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Sign denoting Overall, Virginia, at the end of the demolished bridge (Page County Bridge No. 1004) over Jeremiah's Run.
Sign denoting Overall, Virginia, at the end of the demolished bridge (Page County Bridge No. 1004) over Jeremiah's Run.
Overall is located in Northern Virginia
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Overall
Location in Northern Virginia
Overall is located in Virginia
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Location in Virginia
Overall is located in the United States
Overall
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Location in the United States
Country United States
State Virginia
County Page and Warren
Time zone UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP codes
22650
Area code(s) 540

Overall is a small community in Warren County, Virginia, United States. It's considered part of the larger Washington-Arlington metro area. This area is located at an elevation of about 630 feet (192 meters) near U.S. Route 340, also known as the Stonewall Jackson Highway. The ZIP code for Overall is 22650.

A Look Back at Overall's History

Overall has had a few different names over the years! It was first called Centre Mills, then Milford, before finally becoming known as Overall.

Early Settlers and Homes

A man named John Froman Overall (1756-1819) is buried in the Overall cemetery. His son, Isaac Overall (1776-c 1843), built an early 1800s home from plastered logs. Today, only the limestone foundation of this Overall House remains.

The Milford Battlefield

The area is also home to the Milford Battlefield. This historic site was where a battle took place in 1864 during the American Civil War. Both the Milford Battlefield and the Page County Bridge No. 1990 are important historical places. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which means they are protected for their historical value.

Exploring Overall's Natural Beauty

Overall is surrounded by beautiful natural features, making it a great place for outdoor adventures.

Overall Run and Its Waterways

Overall Run, at the site of the Battle of Milford
Overall Run in May, 2016

Overall Run is a stream that flows west from Brush Mountain. Brush Mountain is part of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Overall Run eventually joins the South Fork of the Shenandoah River. There's also a smaller stream that flows into Overall Run from Sandbank Hollow.

Overall Falls: Virginia's Highest Waterfall

Just east of Overall, you'll find Shenandoah National Park. This park is home to the amazing Overall Falls, which is the highest waterfall in all of Virginia! It's a truly impressive sight to see.

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