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Elko

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SC Picture Project / Barnwell County / Elko

The rural community of Elko in Barnwell County sits on the cusp of Aiken County. It was originally referred to as Ninety Six for its distance in mileage to Charleston. However, because a town by the name of Ninety Six already existed, it was renamed Elko after a nearby plantation.

Elko Esso Williston
Melissa Robert of Barnwell © Do Not Use Without Written Consent
Nix Store in Elko, SC
Melissa Roberts of Barnwell, 2019 © Do Not Use Without Written Consent
Nix Store and Old Elko PO in Williston
Melissa Robert of Barnwell, 2019 © Do Not Use Without Written Consent
Nix Store and Old Elko Post Office
Melissa Robert of Barnwell, 2019 © Do Not Use Without Written Consent
Old Elko Store on Highway 78
Melissa Roberts of Barnwell, 2016 © Do Not Use Without Written Consent
Elko Store on US 78
Melissa Roberts of Barnwell, 2016 © Do Not Use Without Written Consent
Schumpert Lumber Co in Elko, SC
Melissa Roberts of Barnwell, 2011 © Do Not Use Without Written Consent

Elko Fire Department

Melissa Roberts of Barnwell, 2011 © Do Not Use Without Written Consent

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Elko, SC
GPS Coordinates: 33.380847,-81.379974
What else should I see?
Blackville Barn 1.4 miles
Williston Cotton Gin 2.3 miles
Williston 4.5 miles
Ashley-Willis House 5 miles
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