2017 Map of Wateree

About this map

Congaree National Park anchors this map of the South Carolina Midlands, where the vast floodplain of the Congaree River meets the Wateree River at their historic confluence. The landscape is defined by the shifting waters of the Congaree, featuring dramatic oxbows like Devils Elbow and secluded water bodies including Big Lake, Running Lake, and the Blue Hole. North of the swamp, the terrain transitions into agricultural and residential lands centered on the small settlements of Eastover, Gadsden, and Kingville. Local heritage is preserved in family landmarks and resting places such as Joyner Cem, Tom Seay Cem, and Goodin Cem. The road network, including the historic McCords Ferry Rd and Bluff Rd, traces the higher ground above the Wateree Swamp, connecting these rural communities to the critical crossing at Fort Motte Bridge.