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2011 Map of Cordova

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Cordova
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Cordova and its surrounding communities are defined by a network of drainage systems and family-owned water features in this area south of Orangeburg. The landscape is dominated by the North Fork Edisto River to the east and extensive swamp systems like Snake Swamp, Cooper Swamp, and Dry Swamp. These wetlands are punctuated by numerous dams and ponds, including Zeiglers Pond and Flemings Pond, suggesting a long history of water management for agriculture and industry.

Genealogists and local historians can trace residential growth through neighborhoods like Beverly Hills, Haddock, and Riverdale. Significant institutional footprints include the Orangeburg National Fish Hatchery and the Ebenezer Cemetery. Transport patterns are marked by the presence of Simons Siding, reflecting the area's rail history, while the Cordova Post Office serves as the central hub for the established community. The map provides a detailed view of these rural settlements just before the further suburbanization of the region.