1960 Map of Adams Run

About this map

Adams Run and the surrounding lowcountry of Charleston County are defined by an intricate network of tidal waterways and islands at the dawn of the 1960s. The landscape is a mosaic of maritime forests and wetlands, where the Dawho River and Wadmalaw River flank significant landmasses like Jehossee Island and Whooping Island. This era shows the Seaboard Air Line railroad cutting through the northern settlements, linking Barrelville and Meggett to the broader regional economy. Cultural landmarks are densely clustered, with numerous community anchors such as St Pauls Sch Ch, Wesley Memorial Ch, and Baptist Hill. Along the coastal edges, the IntraCoastal Waterway winds past White Point Landing and Bears Bluff, illustrating the area's deep connection to the water. The map preserves the locations of several rural schools and cemeteries, including the Oakville Sch and Prices Cem, which serve as vital markers for local genealogical research.