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2017 Map of Canton

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Canton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Etowah River flows through the northern reaches of this Georgia landscape, providing a geographic anchor for the seat of Canton. The 2017 survey reveals a transition from the industrial corridors near North Canton and South Canton to the established rural communities of Hickory Flat, Avery, and Buffington. This area is characterized by a dense network of local water bodies, including Garrison Lake, Cagle Lake, and the curiously named Great Southeastern Land Fund Lake, which reflect the region's managed hydrology.

Local history and genealogy researchers will find several well-placed landmarks, including View Cem, Pugh Cem, and Wheeler Cem. The map traces the development of early settlements like Univeter and Carmichael Crossroads along the path of Hickory Flat Hwy. From the banks of Mill Creek to the southern edges of Andersonville, the terrain is defined by its numerous small creeks and the expanding infrastructure connecting these traditional Cherokee County communities.