2011 Map of Lake Park

About this map

Lake Park and the surrounding lowland landscape are defined by an intricate network of water bodies, varying from the expansive Ocean Pond and Long Pond to smaller features like Saddle Bags Pond and Nasty Pond. This 2011 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey shows a settlement pattern heavily influenced by the local geography, with towns like Dasher, Herring, and Melrose connected by a grid of rural roads and rail lines. The presence of Lake Park Cemetery and family-named features like Browns Pond and Carrolls Pond indicates a long history of local land use. The hydrography of the region is further complexified by drainage systems such as Caney Branch and the Alapahoochee River, while localized developments at Twin Lakes suggest a transition toward residential and recreational use of the many natural ponds that dot this portion of Georgia.