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2014 Map of Blackstock

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Blackstock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Blackstock sits squarely on the border of Chester and Fairfield Counties, anchoring a landscape defined by its rural settlements and intricate drainage networks. This 2014 survey documents the enduring layout of small communities like Woodward, Cornwell, and McKeown, which are linked by historic routes such as Blackstock Rd and the central rail line. Local history is preserved in the numerous family and community burial grounds, including Blackstock Cem and Concord Cem near the town centers, and the more remote New Hope Cem to the southwest.

The topography is deeply dissected by tributaries of the Little River and the Big Wateree Cr. Features like Shannon Cr, Mobley Cr, and Brushy Fork Cr dictate the winding paths of local roads. The map illustrates how 21st-century infrastructure, including US Highway 321, follows the high ground between these water systems, tracing a path that has likely served as a primary corridor for generations.