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2014 Map of Maple Cane Swamp

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Maple Cane Swamp
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Edisto River snakes along the boundary of Dorchester and Colleton counties, defining a landscape dominated by the complex hydrology of the Lowcountry. Small landings like Mas Old Field Landing and Russell Lake Landing punctuate the riverbank, hinting at the area's long reliance on water for transport and recreation. The upland areas are largely defined by significant wetlands, including the expansive Maple Cane Swamp and Four Hole Swamp, which are fed by numerous smaller tributaries such as Poorly Br and Cold Water Br.

Settlement is sparse and centered around the community of Holly Ridge along the Augusta Highway. Local history is anchored by several family and community burial sites, including Givhans Ferry Cem, Rumph Cem, and Ferguson Cem. Infrastructure like Givhans Bridge and Harleys Bridge provide essential crossings over the river and swamp systems, connecting rural roads like Wire Rd and Pine Bluff Rd across the saturated terrain.