2017 Map of Fort Motte

About this map

Fort Motte and the surrounding Calhoun County landscape are defined by an intricate network of wetlands and creek systems that feed into the Congaree River. This area, situated just south of the Congaree National Park boundary, shows a transition from the river's edge to upland agriculture and timber tracts. The map reveals numerous family-named landmarks and water bodies, such as Spigner Pond, Wienges Lake, and Reid Pond, illustrating a long history of local land ownership. Significant crossroads like Wiles Crossroads and the settlement of Singleton anchor the rural road network, while major drainage systems like Halfway Swamp Cr and Buckhead Cr carve through the terrain. This record captures the contemporary agricultural character of the region, including the many small ponds like Shay Hane Cabin Pond that dot the private lands.