1970 Map of Columbia

Inland, the map reveals a pattern of small settlements and community anchors such as Wilmington, Stage Junction, and Carysbrook. For genealogists, the map is a primary source for local landmarks, including the County High Sch, Evergreen Ch, and several family-named locations like Shepherds Store and Byrd Grove. The intricate network of creeks, including Byrd Creek and Ballinger Creek, illustrates the drainage patterns that historically dictated the placement of these early Virginia communities.