2014 Map of Olar

About this map

Olar and Govan anchor the landscape of Bamberg County in this modern survey, where the Salkehatchie River and Little Salkehatchie River define the local drainage. The map reveals a rural geography shaped by historic family and community landmarks, such as Nimmons Cem near Govan and Starr Cem further south. The area is intersected by a complex network of named creeks, including Georges Cr and Birds Br, which cross the low-lying terrain. The town of Olar serves as a central hub where several highways converge, including the Low Country Hwy. Near the southern boundary, the settlement of Schofield and features like Ocean Pond illustrate the transition into more marshy or pond-heavy environments characteristic of this part of the South Carolina coastal plain. The boundary with Barnwell County is clearly delineated as it follows the course of the Salkehatchie.