Digital Data

Search for digital data developed by the South Carolina Geological Survey.

Overview

Digital datasets were developed by the South Carolina Geological Survey and are provided for general use. Users are encouraged to read the User Agreement.

Statewide General Geology Map Data layers can be downloaded via the SC DNR GIS Clearinghouse. Click on the download text to open the data page in a new window.

Geologic mapping in the state of South Carolina has been done at a variety of scales; however, the standard scale of geologic maps produced in South Carolina is 1:24,000. Some 1:24,000 Scale Geologic Quadrangle data can be downloaded directly from this page. Descriptions of downloadable projects can be found here.

The quadrangle status map indicates whether quadrangles have GIS data available. Other GIS data may be available for maps listed on the publications page. Contact Taylor Turbyfill (turbyfillt@dnr.sc.gov) for details.

Digital Downloads

Use the drop-down below to browse by project, or search for a keyword by using the search bar.

Area Scale Map Preview Description Project Name Last Update Download
Statewide 1:24,000 Statewide DEM for SC Statewide General Geology 2006 Download
Statewide 1:500,000 Fall Line (large scale) Statewide General Geology 2005 Download
Statewide 1:1,000,000 Fall Line (small scale) Statewide General Geology 2005 Download
Statewide 1:1,000,000 General Geologic Map (geodatabase) Statewide General Geology 2014 Download
Statewide 1:1,000,000 Geologic Provinces/Regions (geodatabase) Statewide General Geology 2014 Download
Beaufort 1:24,000 ACE Basin 2006 Line
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Bennetts Point 1:24,000 ACE Basin 2006 Line
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Dale 1:24,000 ACE Basin 2006 Line
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Edisto Beach 1:24,000 ACE Basin 2006 Line
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Edisto Island 1:24,000 ACE Basin 2006 Line
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Fripps Inlet 1:24,000 ACE Basin 2006 Line
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Frogmore 1:24,000 ACE Basin 2006 Line
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Parris Island 1:24,000 ACE Basin 2006 Line
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Rockville 1:24,000 ACE Basin 2006 Line
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St. Helena Sound 1:24,000 ACE Basin 2006 Line
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St. Phillips Island 1:24,000 ACE Basin 2006 Line
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Wiggins 1:24,000 ACE Basin 2006 Line
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Bluffton 1:24,000 Bluffton Area 2007 Line
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Fort Pulaski 1:24,000 Bluffton Area 2007 Line
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Hardeville 1:24,000 Bluffton Area 2007 Line
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Hilton Head 1:24,000 Bluffton Area 2007 Line
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Jasper 1:24,000 Bluffton Area 2007 Line
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Limehouse 1:24,000 Bluffton Area 2007 Line
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Port Wentworth 1:24,000 Bluffton Area 2007 Line
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Pritchardville 1:24,000 Bluffton Area 2007 Line
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Rincon 1:24,000 Bluffton Area 2007 Line
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Savannah 1:24,000 Bluffton Area 2007 Line
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Spring Island 1:24,000 Bluffton Area 2007 Line
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Tybee Island North 1:24,000 Bluffton Area 2007 Line
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Aiken 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Aiken NW 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Augusta East 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Batesburg 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Foxtown 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Girard NW 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Graniteville 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Harleys Millpond 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Hollow Creek 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Jackson 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Mechanic Hill 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Monetta 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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New Ellenton 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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New Ellenton SE 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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New Ellenton SW 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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North Augusta 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Oakwwod 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Pond Branch 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Ridge Spring 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Shell Bluff Landing 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Steedman 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Trenton 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Williston 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Windsor 1:24,000 Aiken 2008 Line
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Project Descriptions

The purpose of the data set is intended to assist South Carolina Geological Survey personnel in maintaining geological information for the state of South Carolina. The digital geologic map database for the quadrangle has been created as a general-purpose data set that is applicable to land-related investigations. *please refer to metadata for more information

ACE Basin

This data set is a compilation of 7.5-Minute quadrangle geologic maps located in the ACE Basin of South Carolina. The data was collected during original field work and/or compiled from existing geologic map data. The coverage was constructed by digitizing maps, compiling information onto a planimetric correct base, or revising digitized maps using remotely sensed and other information. The ACE Basin shorelines were revised using 1999 DOQQ aerial photos to a scale of 1:10,000.

Bluffton Area

This data set is a digital version of geologic maps developed by SCGS. Coverage consists of geologic units mapped by 7.5-minute Quadrangle located in the Bluffton-Hilton Head areas of South Carolina. This data was created from original field work and/or compiled from existing geologic map data. The coverage was constructed by digitizing maps, compiling information onto a planimetric correct base, or revising digitized maps using remotely sensed and other information. The Bluffton Area shorelines were revised using 1999 DOQQ aerial photos to a scale of 1:10,000.

Aiken County

This data set is a digital version of geologic maps developed by SCGS. Coverage consists of geologic map areas mapped by 7.5-minute Quadrangle located in Aiken County, South Carolina. This data was created from original field work and/or compiled from existing geologic map data. The coverage was constructed by digitizing maps, compiling information onto a planimetric correct base, or revising digitized maps using remotely sensed and other information. Dataset also includes drill hole and observational data by request. Georgia portions of quadrangles are not mapped.

Download the Informal Attribute Key (A formal attribute key will be published when the remaining quadrangles are compiled.)

Lake Marion and Moultrie

Currently Under Revision

Congaree Floodplain and National Park

Currently Under Revision

Jocassee Gorges and Mountain Bridge

Currently Under Revision

User Agreement for South Carolina Geological Survey Maps and Data

IMPORTANT:

Carefully read the following; by using these data, you indicate your acceptance of this User Agreement. This agreement applies to both Digital PDF Documents and GIS Data files.

NO WARRANTY:

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Geological Survey (SCGS) provides these geographic data "as is" and makes no guarantee or warranty concerning the accuracy of information contained in the geographic data. SCGS further makes no warranties, either expressed or implied, as to any other matter whatsoever, including, without limitation, the condition of the product, or its fitness for any particular purpose. The burden for determining fitness for use lies entirely with the user. Although these data have been processed successfully on computers of SCGS, no warranty, expressed or implied, is made by SCGS regarding the use of these data on any other system, nor does the fact of distribution constitute or imply any such warranty.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:

In no event shall the SCGS have any liability whatsoever for payment of any consequential, incidental, indirect, special, or tort damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, any loss of profits arising out of use of or reliance on the geographic data or arising out of the delivery, installation, operation, or support by SCGS.

CREDITS:

Any hardcopies utilizing SCGS datasets shall clearly indicate their source. If the user has modified the data in any way, they are obligated to describe the types of modifications they have performed on the hardcopy map. The user agrees not to misrepresent SCGS datasets, nor to imply that changes they made were approved by SCGS. A Suggested Citation can be found in the (Other_Citation_Details) section of the metadata.

REPRODUCTION:

Reproduction and Printing of Map Publications for In-House use is permitted when accompanied by this User Agreement. Reproduction and Printing of Map Publications for the purpose of Resale is Forbidden. Please refer any request for copies to the S.C. Geological Survey.

Agreement update: 03/17/2010