1965 Map of New Ellenton SW

About this map

The U S Reservation Savannah River Plant Department of Energy dominates this landscape, showing the complex industrial and security infrastructure of the Cold War era. Established on the border of Aiken and Barnwell counties, the site is defined by a strictly managed Government Boundary and its own internal transportation network, including the U S Govt RR. The terrain is characterized by the hydrological system of Upper Three Runs, which is fed by tributaries like Tinker Cr and Fourmile Branch. Amidst the modern industrial facilities and substations, the presence of Green Pond Ch serves as a lone reminder of the local communities that existed before the federal government acquired the land for atomic energy production. The map's specialized details, such as the Indefinite Boundary and various government installations, reflect the unique status of this restricted area during the early 1960s.