Make Over For Treasure Island

Effort to revitalize Treasure Island has begun with Liberty University officials removing an old bridge from river. The University has owned the property for decades and plans to transform the 28 acres into a recreational facility. In May, LU approached Amherst County with a request to build a dock and a boat ramp along a parcel of land they own on River Road to allow students access to the river. According to the News & Advance citizens expressed concerned about traffic, noise, property values, and Liberty’s long range plans for the island and neighbors petitioned against Liberty’s request.