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2017 Map of Irwinton

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Irwinton serves as a focal point in central Georgia, where a dense network of local roads and water bodies defines the rural landscape. The area is characterized by several small clusters of activity, including the rail-adjacent community of McIntyre and the smaller settlements of Wriley and Edgars. These communities are situated among a high concentration of family and community burial grounds such as Liberty Cem, Friendship Cem, and Harvill Cem, which offer significant value for genealogical research in Wilkinson County.

Water plays a central role in the geography of the region, with Big Sandy Creek and Commissioner Creek cutting through the terrain. Notable local landmarks like Thompson Bridge and the expanse of Bearcamp Lake provide concrete points of reference for those studying historical travel routes and land use. The map illustrates a transition from established town centers to outlying agricultural areas like Clayfields, reflecting the enduring settlement patterns of this Georgia interior.