1955 Map of Lumpkin

About this map

Lumpkin serves as the central hub of this mid-century topographic study, showing the city's grid and development just before the mid-1950s. The surrounding Stewart County landscape is defined by a dense network of waterways, including Hodchodkee Creek which winds through the southern reaches and Frog Bottom Creek to the north. These drainage patterns, including the descriptive Wimberly Mill Branch, suggest a history of local water-powered industry and agricultural land use typical of southwest Georgia. To the north, the small settlement of Charles sits near the headwaters of Cotocher Creek, connected to the county seat by a straight corridor of travel that cuts through the intricate topography. The map detail reflects a transition period in rural infrastructure, capturing the layout of local roads and property orientations alongside long-established natural landmarks like Hightower Branch.