1973 Map of Leesburg

About this map

Kinchafoonee Creek meanders through the heart of Lee County, defining a landscape of agricultural lowlands and scattered rural settlements during the early 1970s. The county seat of Leesburg serves as the primary hub, where the Leesburg Cemetery and local institutions like Alpha Church anchor the community. Further south, the map documents the historical vicinity of Palmyra, featuring the Palmyra Cemetery and Palmyra Springs near the banks of the creek. The area's mid-century rural character is evident in the network of country churches and schools, such as Bethlehem-Lee Church and Upper School, while the southern reaches transition toward the recreational grounds of Chehaw City Park. This survey captures a moment of transition, showing traditional sites like Byne Crossroads alongside modern additions like various trailer parks and sewage disposal facilities.