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1918 Map of Jesup

Name: 1918 Topographic Map of Jesup
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1918
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1918

About this map

Jesup serves as the primary rail hub on this 1917 survey, situated at the junction of the Southern, Atlantic Coast Line, and Georgia Coast and Piedmont railroads. The landscape is defined by the massive riverine system of the Altamaha River, which meanders through a complex network of wetlands including Vinzant Swamp, Back Swamp, and Penholoway Swamp. The intricate waterways are dotted with features like Knee Buckle Island, Morgan Lake, and Cole Eddy, illustrating the river's historical role in local transport and drainage.

Rural life in Wayne and Liberty counties is marked by a high density of community landmarks. Numerous country schools, such as Red Hill School and the Oglethorpe School, appear alongside small settlements like Doctortown and Odessa. Local genealogists may find value in the specific locations of the Bethlehem Church and the County Farm, as well as the unique Redland PO Nesbitt Sta, which highlights the dual role of early post offices and rail stations in the Georgia interior.