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1969 Map of Cross Anchor

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Cross Anchor
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

The Tyger River winds through the rural landscape of the Spartanburg and Union border, anchoring a region defined by scattered settlements and many country churches. Established community centers like Cross Anchor and Cross Keys are mapped alongside smaller areas like Belmont, providing a detailed look at the social geography of the late 1960s. The map illustrates a high density of religious and burial sites that are vital for local genealogy, including Mt Lebanon Ch, Wyatts Chapel, and the Belmont Cem.

South of the river, the terrain shifts into the protected timberlands of the Sumter National Forest. The hydrological network is well-documented, featuring numerous tributaries such as Dutchman Creek, Cowdens Creek, and Frenchman Creek. Of particular interest to researchers are the fine red dashed lines, which represent selected fence and field lines visible from 1966 aerial photography, offering a precise view of mid-century land use and property boundaries.