1970 Map of Bush River

About this map

Sumter National Forest land meets the rolling drainages of the Bush River valley along the border of Laurens and Newberry Counties. This 1970 field-checked survey reveals a rural landscape defined by an extensive network of waterways, including Garrison Creek, Quaker Creek, and Little River, which carve through the Piedmont terrain. The transportation corridor is anchored by the Columbia Newberry and Laurens RR, running parallel to the river. Small agrarian settlements and community centers like Brehmer, Mills, and Mudlick are scattered throughout the region, often centered around institutions such as Bush River Sch and the Little River Ch. On the higher elevations, the Silverstreet Lookout Tower stands as a notable landmark overlooking the intersection of forest and farmland, providing a clear picture of the region’s topography before modern development.