1974 Map of Faceville

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Lake Flint Seminole River dominates this southwestern Georgia landscape, where the backwaters of the Flint River meet the industrial and agricultural corridors of Decatur County. In the mid-1970s, the area around Faceville and the landing at Recovery maintained a network of rural churches and cemeteries, including Mt Gilead Ch and Morning Star Cem, reflecting deep-rooted family ties to the land. The Seaboard Coast Line railroad cuts across the southern portion of the map, serving as a vital transport link near the Florida state line. The terrain transitions from the low-lying wetlands of Big Horseshoe Bend and Bass Island to the higher elevations of Curry Hill. Local landmarks like Ten Mile Still Landing and Hales Landing indicate a river-oriented economy, while scattered sites like the Gravel Pit and various boat ramps show the intersection of local industry and recreation during this era.