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1972 Map of Oak Grove

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Oak Grove
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1992
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1992

About this map

Pocosin Swamp and Gum Swamp dominate the low-lying interior of this 1970s landscape, illustrating the intricate drainage patterns where the Great Pee Dee River and Black Cr converge. The settlement of Oak Grove serves as a small upland anchor, surrounded by essential community markers such as Bethesda Ch and Mill Creek Ch. The presence of an Old Railroad Grade cutting through the marshy terrain reflects the historical importance of timber and agricultural transport in this riverine region.

Genealogists can identify family connections through local landmarks like St George Cem and Haselden Cem. The topography is defined by subtle elevation changes near Schoolhouse Branch and Catfish Bay, highlighting how early development avoided the more saturated river bottoms. This survey captures the rural character of the South Carolina lowcountry just before modern infrastructure expansions further altered the agricultural and natural landscape.