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2017 Map of Colemans Lake

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Ogeechee River carves a winding path through the heart of this landscape, forming the natural boundary between Burke, Jefferson, and Emanuel Counties. Along its banks, distinctive landmarks like Seven Cypresses and Franklins Bluff define the riverine character of the region. This 2017 survey reveals a rural network of small settlements and family hubs, from Gertrude in the north to Summertown at the southern edge. The area is heavily marked by its water systems, including Williamson Swamp Cr, Clear Spring Creek, and Daniels Mill Cr, which feed into various ponds and lakes.

Local history and genealogy are preserved through several scattered burial sites, such as Lambs Chapel Cem, Greens Cem, and McKinzie Cem. The presence of the Midville International Airport near the town of Midville signifies a modern connection to the wider world amidst the traditional landscape of farms and creeks. Settlement patterns follow old routes like Old Savannah Rd and Old River Rd, tracing the movement of residents between points like Sandy Hook and Colemans Lake.