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1943 Map of Rhems

Name: 1943 Topographic Map of Rhems
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1962
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1962

About this map

The Black River meanders through the lowlands of South Carolina in this wartime survey, defining the border between Williamsburg and Georgetown Counties. This landscape is characterized by its extensive wetland systems, including the Black Steer Swamp, Mingo Swamp, and the large expanse of Gapway Bay. Settlement patterns follow the higher ground near the river and its many tributaries, such as Black Mingo Creek and Peters Creek, where community life centered around local landmarks like Antioch Ch and St Lukes Ch.

Rural industry and historical land use are evident in the presence of Rhems Plantation and Wee Nee Plantation, alongside smaller settlements like Red Hill, Rose Hill, and Old Morrisville. An Old Railroad Grade indicates changing transportation routes, while Cow Head Landing and Browns Ferry emphasize the continued importance of river access. Researchers will find a wealth of genealogical markers, from the Dorsey Town Sch to family-named landmarks like Wilson Cem and Wallace Cem.