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2017 Map of Nixonville

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Nixonville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Waccamaw River carves a winding path through the heart of Horry County, defining a landscape where wetlands and upland settlements meet. This 2017 study illustrates the dense network of Carolina bays and swamps, such as Cottonpatch Bay, Big Bay, and the expansive Socastee Swamp, which have historically shaped the drainage and land-use patterns of the region. The geography transitions from the river bottomlands up to higher ground at Bear Bluff, where early transport routes like Old Reaves Ferry Rd once facilitated movement across the water.

Genealogists and local historians can pinpoint the locations of long-established family burial grounds including Graham Cem, Reaves Cem, and Thompkins Cem. While the outskirts of Conway show modern residential expansion, the smaller clusters of Nixonville, Grahamville, and Jaluco remain distinct points of reference. The map details a complex system of landings and swamps, from Lees Landing Cir to Tilly Swamp, reflecting the area's deep ties to its aquatic environment.