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1943 Map of Orangeburg

Name: 1943 Topographic Map of Orangeburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1943
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1943

About this map

The North Fork Edisto River and South Fork Edisto River converge near Branchville, forming a landscape defined by expansive wetlands like Four Hole Swamp and Indian Field Swamp. This 1943 War Department survey shows a deeply established rural social infrastructure, characterized by dozens of local schools and churches such as Hunters Chapel Zion Ch and Cattle Creek Sch. Notable communal landmarks include the Indian Field Camp Grounds and the Camp Meeting Ground, reflecting the regional tradition of religious assembly.

Transportation is dominated by the Southern and Atlantic Coast Line railroads, which connect key settlements like Orangeburg, St George, and Rowesville. Smaller localities like Sixty Six, Badham, and Dorange appear along these rail corridors. The presence of the County Farm and a Fish Hatchery near the county seat illustrates the mid-century agricultural and civic management of the South Carolina lowcountry.