1978 Map of Macon

Beyond the urban centers, the terrain transitions into the heavy extraction areas of Wilkinson Co and Twiggs Co, where numerous Strip Mines are visible near McIntyre and Gordon. Historical sites of significant local interest are preserved here, including the Ocmulgee National Monument and the site of Griswoldville. The rail network, featuring the Central of Georgia and Southern lines, traces the movement of goods through small settlements like Stevens Pottery and Dry Branch, while the north remains largely protected by the Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge.