1943 Map of Augusta East

About this map

The Savannah River corridor defines this landscape during the early 1940s, serving as the border between Georgia and South Carolina. This survey captures a specific agricultural and industrial moment before major mid-century infrastructure changes altered the region. Numerous river landings and bluffs, such as Little Hell Landing and Shell Bluff, reflect a geography tied closely to water transport, while the Charleston and Western Carolina and Southern railroads connect inland settlements like Ellenton and Beech Island. The map is particularly detailed regarding rural social centers, documenting dozens of churches and schools such as Downer Institute, Capers Chapel, and the Good Hope School. Industry is represented by several localized operations including Hatchers Mill, Thalmans Mill, and the Craig Sawmill, illustrating the local timber and milling economy that supported these communities.