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1974 Map of Birdsville

Name: 1974 Topographic Map of Birdsville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

The Ogeechee River carves a broad, swampy path through this 1970s landscape, serving as a focal point for the landings and riverfront commerce that define the region. Access points like Bennetts Landing, Kents Landing, and Lane Landing dot the riverbanks, illustrating the enduring importance of the waterway even as the Central of Georgia railroad runs parallel to the north. The settlement of Birdsville sits at the northern edge, supported by the small Birdsville Airport and anchored by its proximity to the vast wetlands of Big Dukes Pond.

Family and community history is etched into the landscape through numerous rural institutions, including Buckhead Academy and Jones Temple. Small creeks and branches, such as Chew Mill Creek and Crooked Branch, feed into the river system, while several "Flowing Wells" suggest a reliance on artesian water sources in this part of Jenkins County. The map captures a transition where traditional agriculture and river-based transport meet mid-century modernization.