2017 Map of La France

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Hartwell Lake dominates the southern landscape of this South Carolina region, where the borders of Anderson, Oconee, and Pickens counties converge. The jagged shoreline of the reservoir creates numerous peninsulas and inlets, influencing the local road network that connects small settlements like La France and New Light. This modern topographical survey shows a landscape where historical burial grounds, such as Cedar Grove Methodist Cem and Smiths Chapel Cem, remain preserved amidst newer recreational infrastructure. Inland, the terrain is defined by significant watercourses including Eighteenmile Creek and Three and Twenty Creek, while the northwestern corner features an extensive trail system including the Red Square Trail and Fant's Grove Perimeter Loop, suggesting a transition from agricultural roots to modern land management and conservation.