1974 Map of Cooktown

About this map

Cooktown serves as the focal point of this rural Southwest Georgia landscape during the mid-1970s, situated along the county line between Miller and Baker counties. The area is defined by a dense network of country churches, suggesting a deeply rooted community life across the agricultural plains. Notable houses of worship include Little Zion Ch, St Pauls Ch, and Cooks Union Ch, which sit alongside the waters of Cook Pond and Davis Pond. To the east, the terrain transitions toward the Flint River, where the Baker and Mitchell County line is established. This survey captures a moment when local aviation and industry left subtle marks on the land, evidenced by a Landing Strip and a Sandpit near Notchaway Ch. Small family and community landmarks like Kelly Cem and Bellview provide essential reference points for genealogists researching this corner of the state.