2017 Map of Coal Mountain

About this map

Coal Mountain and Silver City anchor this landscape along the border of Forsyth and Dawson Counties, showcasing a region defined by complex water management and rural church history. The terrain is notably carved by the Etowah River to the northwest and the expansive Lake Sidney Lanier in the northeast. Centered on the map is a sophisticated network of reservoirs, including Settingdown Reservoir Number 56 and Settingdown Cr Watershed 10/Reservoir, which regulate the flow of Settingdown Creek and its tributaries. For those tracing local heritage, the map identifies several foundational landmarks including the Hopewell Methodist Cemetery, Concord Baptist Cemetery, and the Byrd Family Cemetery. The presence of Chestatee to the east and Lumpkin to the north illustrates the settlement patterns of this North Georgia plateau, where small communities are linked by historical corridors such as Hightower Parkway.