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1959 Map of James Island

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of James Island
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

James Island and its surrounding sea islands are depicted here during a period of transition, with purple overprint revisions from 1971 updating the original 1959 topography. The landscape is defined by its intricate tidal networks, where Lighthouse Creek and Folly River wind through extensive salt marshes and tidal flats. Notable landmarks of the maritime economy and coastal defense include the Morris Island Lighthouse and the Loran Coast Guard Station on the tip of Folly Island.

Settlement patterns show established communities like Secessionville and Centerville alongside evolving infrastructure such as the Carolina Skyways Landing Field. Local life is anchored by institutions like St James Ch and several rural schools including Kings Road Sch and Murray-Lasaine Sch. The map provides an essential record of the coastal geography before more modern intensive development altered the shorelines of Sol Legare Island and Holland Island.