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West Columbia, formerly Brookland, is a city and commuter town in the suburban eastern sections of Lexington County, South Carolina, United States. According to the 2010 census, the population was 14,988, and the 2019 population estimate was 17,998. West Columbia is bordered to the east by Columbia, the state capital, across the Congaree River.
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Come enjoy West Columbia during your visit to USC! Welcome to City of West Columbia, a charming community on the Congaree River in Lexington County. Enjoy tree-lined streets, quaint shops, and a mix of history and modern living.
Discover the Small-town Charm of West Columbia. West Columbia is located along the Congaree and Saluda rivers. Just a quick hop over the Gervais Street Bridge from the capital city, West Columbia is a thriving hot spot for local charm.
West Columbia is just across the Gervais Street Bridge from downtown and home to thriving shops and restaurants. Learn more about West Columbia.
With plenty of museums, premier golf courses, and Lake Murray, the Jewel of South Carolina, this breathtaking region shouldn’t be missed. Just a quick hop over the Gervais Street Bridge from downtown Columbia, West Columbia is rich with history and natural beauty.
Home » History. West Columbia was first chartered as a town in 1894 under the name Brookland. The town was called Brookland because of the vast number of clear water brooks throughout the area. The United States Postal Service designated the area “New Brookland” since there already existed a town with the name Brookland.