Fairfield County Map, South Carolina

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Fairfield County, South Carolina

Central South Carolina is home to Fairfield County, a place with a complicated past and an uncertain future. It’s rural, with rolling hills and dense forests.
Lake Wateree is the big draw for tourists with great fishing and boating. It forms the eastern border. Winnsboro, the county seat, has some beautiful old buildings like its clock tower.
You’ll find some of the friendliest folks around in these parts. The area’s got deep roots. Some families have been here for generations. This county is about its love of history and scenic landscapes in the state’s heartland.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Fairfield County |
County Seat | Winnsboro |
Population | Approximately 21,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Winnsboro, Ridgeway, Jenkinsville |
Interstates and Highways | Interstate 77, U.S. Highway 21, State Highway 34 |
FIPS Code | 45-039 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 710 square miles (687 sq mi land, 23 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Chester County (North), Lancaster County (Northeast), Kershaw County (East), Richland County (South), Newberry County (Southwest), Union County (Northwest) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (EST) |
State | South Carolina |
Coordinates | 34°23’N, 81°06’W |
Etymology | Named for its “fair fields” or beautiful landscapes |
Major Landmarks | Lake Wateree, Fairfield County Courthouse, Carolina Adventure World |
Website | Fairfield County Website |
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