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2017 Map of Fenwick

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Fenwick
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Snuggedy Swamp dominates the low-lying coastal landscape at the meeting point of the Ashepoo River and the South Edisto River along the border of Colleton and Charleston counties. This 2017 survey details a region defined by its tidal waterways and historic land divisions, where large tracts are named as islands despite being part of a larger marsh complex, including Cattle Island, Pine Island, and Prospect Hill Island. The settlement at Fenwick sits at the heart of this wetland system, while the northern reaches show more established upland development near Jacksonboro and Adams Run.

Evidence of the region's agricultural and industrial evolution is visible in the network of canals and repurposed routes, such as Matthews Canal and the Old Railroad Loop Trail. Historical landmarks like Willtown Bluff overlook the winding Edisto River, while local heritage is preserved at sites like Bethlehem Cem. The map provides a precise look at the modern trail systems on Jehossee Island, including the Perimeter Pond Trail, showcasing how the plantation-era landscape has transitioned into a network of managed nature trails.