2011 Map of Old Pickens

About this map

The waters of Lake Keowee dominate this Oconee County landscape, where modern residential developments like Saxony Forest, Dogwood Heights, and White Harbor border the intricate shoreline. This modern survey reflects a region transformed by hydroelectric projects, specifically the South Carolina Noname 39017 Dam, which submerged portions of the historic Little River and Keowee River valleys. Despite the rise of the reservoir, numerous genealogical landmarks remain preserved, including Old Pickens Cemetery, Isaqueena Cemetery, and Wolf Stake Cemetery. Evidence of the older river-based economy can still be found in the names of river crossings and traditional landmarks, such as Robertsons Ford, Old Pickens Bridge, and Hunnicut Bridge. The map traces the winding paths of several tributaries, including Oconee Creek and Flat Shoals River, showing how contemporary road networks such as Oconee Creek RD and Nimmons Bridge RD navigate the many peninsulas and branches created by the reservoir's inundation.