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1981 Map of Sylvania

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Sylvania
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The Savannah River serves as the central artery for this 1981 survey, defining the border between Georgia and South Carolina. This region is characterized by extensive wetlands and swamps, such as Black Swamp and Whippy Swamp, which contrast with the organized settlement patterns around Sylvania and Millen. To the west, Magnolia Springs State Park marks a significant natural landmark near the Ogeechee River headwaters.

Railroad infrastructure remains a vital component of the landscape, with the Central of Georgia and Seaboard Coast Line cutting through small towns like Estill, Sardis, and Fairfax. These rail corridors highlight the historical movement of goods across the Lowcountry and Coastal Plain. Researchers can trace the drainage of the Coosawhatchie River and Salkehatchie River as they meander through the southeastern portion of the map, illustrating the complex river systems that have shaped the agriculture and travel of this borderland for generations.