Powdersville South Carolina Map
Explore Powdersville, South Carolina, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Powdersville, South Carolina
| City | Powdersville |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| County | Anderson County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 34.780022 |
| Longitude | -82.497593 |
| Population | 10,025 |
| Density | 281.3 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 29611, 29673 |
| Area Code | 864 |
| County Seat | Anderson |
| School District | Anderson School District 1 |
About Powdersville, South Carolina
Powdersville is a locality in Anderson County, South Carolina, United States. It has a population of 10,025. The population density is 281.3 people per km². Powdersville is located at 34.7800°N, 82.4976°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 29611, 29673.Powdersville occupies a quiet stretch of the Piedmont where the land rises in soft, verdant swells toward the distant horizon. It lies 3.9 miles west of Gantt, SC (from Gantt, SC: bearing 262°T), and is situated 7.0 miles southwest of Greenville. The atmosphere here remains heavy with the scent of pine and damp earth, particularly as the sun dips low and casts long, amber shadows across the fields. Craven Creek winds its path through the lower acreage just a mile away, providing a constant, subtle hum to the landscape. To the west, the silhouettes of the Appalachian Mountains stand as a permanent, hazy boundary against the sky. On quieter afternoons, the light catches the surface of Brushy Creek Watershed 16 Lake, which sits only two miles from the center of activity.
Powdersville grew from a crossroads settlement where the rhythms of agriculture dictated the daily pace for generations. Early settlers recognized the utility of the soil, which supported a local economy rooted in trade and small-scale manufacturing. Over time, the influence of the textile industry transformed the regional landscape, leaving behind sturdy brick structures that speak to a period of rapid industrial growth. Today, the economy has shifted toward a blend of service-oriented ventures and suburban development that sustains the modern workforce. Despite these changes, the fundamental character of Powdersville remains tethered to its history as a place of steady, industrious labor.
Powdersville maintains a character defined by its neighborly interactions and the slow, deliberate movement of life away from the frantic pace of larger urban centers. Residents often gather at Dolly Cooper Park, a local space that offers a quiet venue for reflection or community connection amidst the trees. During the warmer months, many travelers make the short six-mile journey to witness the cascade of Reedy River Falls, which remains a primary landmark for those exploring the natural features of the region. The cultural identity of the area is one of practical resilience, valuing the traditions of the past while navigating the demands of the present. While the region has seen many residents pass through its borders, it remains a place where the focus stays on the immediate surroundings and the people who call it home.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Dolly Cooper Park (Local Park) — 1.9 mi, 049° NE
- Staunton Bridge Community Center (Local Park) — 3.5 mi, 060° NE
- Lakeside Park (Local Recreation) — 3.8 mi, 099° E
- Tiny Town (Attraction) — 4.5 mi, 340° N
- J.B. Red Owens Recreational Complex (Local Recreation) — 5.0 mi, 285° W
- Kimberly Hampton Memorial (Monument) — 5.6 mi, 303° NW
- Regenesis (Public Artwork) — 6.5 mi, 048° NE
- The Warehouse Theatre (Theatre) — 6.8 mi, 050° NE
- Fine Arts Center of Easley (Arts Centre) — 6.9 mi, 300° NW
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial (Monument) — 6.9 mi, 042° NE
- Julien D. Wyatt (Monument) — 7.0 mi, 299° NW
- Falls Overlook (Viewpoint) — 7.1 mi, 051° NE
- Reedy River Falls (Attraction) — 7.1 mi, 051° NE
- Peace Center for the Performing Arts (Arts Centre) — 7.2 mi, 049° NE
- Centre Stage (Theatre) — 7.2 mi, 048° NE
- Rock Quarry Falls (Attraction) — 7.4 mi, 054° NE
- Greenville Glides (Attraction) — 7.6 mi, 048° NE
- Studio Jarvis (Gallery) — 8.9 mi, 092° E
- Clemson Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 10.7 mi, 257° W
- Old Stone Bridge (Historic Ruins) — 11.4 mi, 175° S
- Batson Mill (Historic Ruins) — 11.6 mi, 002° N
- Paris Mountain State Park (State Park) — 12.2 mi, 021° N
- Irma Morris Museum of Fine Arts (Museum) — 13.9 mi, 302° NW
- Hartwell Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 14.7 mi, 217° SW
- Model Trains Station (Museum) — 15.4 mi, 051° NE
- Table Rock State Park (State Park) — 19.5 mi, 327° NW
- Jocassee Gorges (State Conservation Area) — 20.7 mi, 321° NW
- Sumter National Forest (National Forest) — 28.7 mi, 295° NW · 375k acres
- Pisgah National Forest (National Forest) — 31.6 mi, 324° NW · 511k acres
- Ellicott Rock Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 35.4 mi, 295° NW · 8,300 acres
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About This Powdersville Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Powdersville, South Carolina. Coordinates: 34.780022, -82.497593. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Powdersville includes the ZIP code (29611, 29673), telephone area code (864), county seat of Anderson County (Anderson), and school district assignment (Anderson School District 1).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
