1965 Map of New Ellenton

About this map

The Savannah River Plant (Department of Energy) occupies the southern reaches of this landscape, marking a period of significant federal land use and industrial presence in Aiken County. Established in cooperation with the Atomic Energy Commission, the survey reveals a transition from traditional rural settlements to residential developments like College Acres and New Ellenton. The terrain is defined by complex water systems, including Hollow Creek and the Dry Branch, alongside man-made impoundments such as Anderson Millpond and Kimball Pond. Local history and genealogy are well-represented through numerous rural congregations and burying grounds, including Mt Anna Missionary Ch, Zionfield Ch, and the Berry Cem. The presence of several Claypit and Sandpit sites suggests the importance of extractive industries in the local economy during the mid-20th century.