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1920 Map of Hilltonia

Name: 1920 Topographic Map of Hilltonia
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1920
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1920

About this map

The Savannah River forms a dominant natural boundary along the eastern edge of this 1918–1919 survey, where the river-and-rail economy of the Georgia-South Carolina border is on full display. The town of Hilltonia serves as a central hub, connected to the larger region by the Savannah and Atlanta railroad. This network of transportation is further evidenced by numerous river crossings and landings, including Burtons Ferry, Jacobsons Landing, and Kittles Landing, which reflect the historic reliance on the river for moving goods and people.

Rural life is densely documented through a variety of community landmarks scattered between Brier Creek and Beaverdam Creek. Genealogists and local historians will find significant value in the distribution of family-named sites and institutions, such as Lovetts Cemetery, Lovett Temple, and McBride Church. The landscape is dotted with several one-room schools, including Rock Hill School, Elmwood School, and Hook School, alongside small rural outposts like Zeigler and Millhaven.