2017 Map of Damascus

About this map

Damascus sits at the heart of this southwest Georgia landscape, where the local road network converges around a grid including Railroad Ave and Bull St. The area's agricultural and rural character is defined by scattered hamlets and family-associated landmarks, including Old Damascus and Douglasville. Several small burying grounds, such as Billings Cem and Gordon Cem, are distributed throughout the countryside, offering valuable data points for genealogical researchers. The terrain is marked by the slow-moving waters of Big Cypress Creek and its many branches, while the jurisdictional boundaries between Early, Baker, and Miller Counties cut through the fields and wetlands. This modern survey illustrates the persistent importance of local thoroughfares like Old Damascus Rd and Five Bridges Rd in connecting these long-standing farming communities.