1970s Maps of Richland County, South Carolina

1. 1971 Map of Ridgeway, 1972 Print

   

   1971 Ridgeway

   1972 Print · USGS

   The town of Ridgeway and its surrounding countryside are captured in the early 1970s as a vital railroad and agricultural crossroads. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Aimwell Cem, St Stephens Ch, and the outlying Oak Grove Sch.

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4. 1971 Map of Longtown, 1972 Print

   

   1971 Longtown

   1972 Print · USGS

   Fairfield County's rural backcountry and the northern reaches of the Wateree reservoir are captured here during the early seventies. Genealogists and local researchers can locate numerous family-linked landmarks such as Longtown Cem, Rock Hill Ch, and the intersection at Warren Crossroads.

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7. 1971 Map of Irmo, 1973 Print

   

   1971 Irmo

   1973 Print · USGS

   The Irmo area was undergoing significant suburban growth in the early seventies as new neighborhoods expanded toward the shores of Lake Murray. Local researchers can trace the historic Columbia Newberry and Laurens rail line through Irmo and locate family landmarks like the Harbison Institute and Pilgrim Ch Cem.

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10. 1971 Map of Blythewood, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Blythewood

    1973 Print · USGS

    Blythewood and the rural stretches of Richland County are shown in the early seventies as small communities began to grow along the Southern railroad. Researchers can trace the footprints of Hanbury Jr High Sch, Bethel Ch, and the old sandpits.

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13. 1971 Map of Lake Murray East, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Lake Murray East

    1973 Print · USGS

    Lake Murray and the Lexington County shoreline are captured here in the early 1970s, showcasing a landscape of peninsulas and rural congregations. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like St Thomas Ch, Providence, and Counts Island.

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16. 1971 Map of Richtex, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Richtex

    1973 Print · USGS

    The river and rail corridors of Richland and Fairfield counties come alive in the early seventies. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Gibson Cem and Robinson Cem or find old congregations at Zion Pilgrim Ch and Shady Grove Ch.

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19. 1971 Map of Irmo NE, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Irmo NE

    1973 Print · USGS

    Richland and Fairfield counties are shown in the early seventies, a landscape where rural church life and family cemeteries anchor the community. Researchers can trace dozens of local landmarks, including the Taylor Chapel Cem, Beulah Ch, and Camp Dixon.

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22. 1971 Map of Elgin, 1973 Print

    

    1971 Elgin

    1973 Print · USGS

    Central South Carolina near the Richland and Kershaw county line comes into focus in the early seventies, centered on the Seaboard Coast Line. Genealogists can trace local roots through Oak Grove Ch, Jacob Mission Ch, and the Bethel Campground.

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25. 1971 Map of Chapin, 1974 Print

    

    1971 Chapin

    1974 Print · USGS

    Chapin and the northern shores of Lake Murray are shown here in the early 1970s as the area balanced its rural rail history with new shoreline growth. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Eargle Cem, St Jacobs Ch, and the old settlement at White Rock.

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28. 1972 Map of Saylors Lake, 1973 Print

    

    1972 Saylors Lake

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Congaree River valley in the early 1970s reveals a landscape of oxbow lakes and rural settlements along the Calhoun and Lexington county lines. Genealogists can locate numerous local landmarks like Sandy Run Ch, Oak Grove Cem, and Mt Zion Ch.

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31. 1972 Map of Columbia North, 1973 Print

    

    1972 Columbia North

    1973 Print · USGS

    The South Carolina capital and its river forks are captured here in the early seventies, just as suburban growth reached northward into Eau Claire. Researchers can trace the grounds of Benedict College, Allen Univ, and the historic Elmwood Cemetery.

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34. 1972 Map of Messers Pond, 1973 Print

    

    1972 Messers Pond

    1973 Print · USGS

    The Richland County countryside meets the expanding grounds of the Fort Jackson Military Reservation in the early seventies. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Spears Creek Ch, Salem Cem, and various claypits.

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37. 1972 Map of Fort Jackson South, 1973 Print

    

    1972 Fort Jackson South

    1973 Print · USGS

    Richland County undergoes significant postwar expansion in the early seventies as the capital city grows toward the military boundary. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Greenlawn Memorial Park, Zion Chapel No 2 Ch, and the rail stops at Lykes and Hopkins.

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40. 1972 Map of Gadsden, 1974 Print

    

    1972 Gadsden

    1974 Print · USGS

    Richland and Calhoun counties are defined by the winding Congaree River in this early 1970s survey. Genealogists and local historians can locate many rural landmarks including Mt Moriah Ch, Gadsden Sch, and the SOUTHERN railroad line.

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43. 1972 Map of Congaree, 1974 Print

    

    1972 Congaree

    1974 Print · USGS

    Richland County's landscape in the early seventies is marked by the expansion of military and educational facilities alongside quiet rural settlements. Researchers can locate family landmarks and community hubs like Horrel Hill, Mc Entire Air National Guard Base, and Beulah Ch.

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46. 1972 Map of Fort Jackson North, 1974 Print

    

    1972 Fort Jackson North

    1974 Print · USGS

    Richland County at the start of the seventies reveals a landscape of rapid suburban growth and massive military and state institutions. Genealogists and historians can trace local family landmarks and community centers like the Carolina Children’s Home, Beulah Cemetery, and Dentsville.

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49. 1972 Map of Southwest Columbia, 1975 Print

    

    1972 Southwest Columbia

    1975 Print · USGS

    Greater Columbia in the early seventies shows a landscape of rapid suburban expansion balanced against the industrial Congaree riverfront. Researchers can trace the mid-century layout of the Columbia Metropolitan Airport, the Columbia Speedway, and local landmarks like Mt Pisgah Ch.

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52. 1972 Map of Gaston, 1975 Print

    

    1972 Gaston

    1975 Print · USGS

    The rural midlands of South Carolina are captured here in the early seventies as the local economy shifted from traditional millponds to modern infrastructure. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Sandy Run Academy, Travis Academy, and Little Zion Ch along the Seaboard Coast Line corridor.

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