2024 Map of Columbia South

About this map

The Pearl River carves a massive, serpentine path through this section of Marion County, creating a complex landscape of oxbows and swampy lowlands south of Columbia. This modern survey illustrates the proximity of several distinct rural communities, including Foxworth, Lampton, and Jamestown, which are connected by a network of historic routes like Old Foxworth Rd and Old Morgantown Rd. The area is notably dense with burial grounds and local landmarks that serve as vital touchstones for genealogists, including Friendship Cem, East Columbia Cem, and New Zion Cem. Aviation history is also present through smaller facilities such as Beets Airport and Porter Airport. This documentation of the river valley topography reveals how the winding Pearl River and its tributaries, such as Balls Mill Creek and Silver Creek, continue to dictate the placement of roads and settlements.