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2020 Map of Bishopville East

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Bishopville East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Lee County Courthouse serves as the focal point for the city of Bishopville, surrounded by a landscape where agriculture and water define the layout. To the northeast, the Little Lynches River and its accompanying wetlands dominate the terrain, while the Lynches River marks the eastern boundary near Kiffs Crossroads. The map reveals a network of rural settlements like Wisacky and Alcot, often situated at key intersections such as McCutchens Crossroads.

Genealogical interest is found in the numerous burial sites across the quadrangle, including Saint Lukes Cem and Marys Cem. Transportation infrastructure ranges from the Lee County Airport-Butters Field to historic crossings like Carters Bridge. This modern survey documents the persistent rural character of the South Carolina lowcountry, showing how drainage features like Newman Swamp and Gin Branch have historically influenced the placement of farms and mill sites like English Millpond.