2020 Map of Bethune NW

About this map

Little Lynches River and its numerous tributaries, including Beaverdam Cr and Red Oak Camp Cr, define the drainage patterns of this rural Kershaw County landscape. The area is characterized by a network of local roads such as Bethune Rd and Porter Rd, which connect small crossings like Porter Bridge and McGougans Bridge. The presence of Bakers Millpond suggests a history of water-powered industry, while the broader topography is punctuated by wetlands and several small bodies of water like Lake Elliott and Bowers Pond. For family historians, the map documents established burial sites including Scotch Cem and DuBose Cem, providing vital geographic context for local lineage research. The transition between timbered sections and creek bottoms illustrates a region largely shaped by its natural watercourses and the infrastructure built to span them.