2017 Map of Matthews

About this map

Stellaville and the central village of Matthews anchor this portion of the Georgia coastal plain near the boundary of Jefferson and Burke counties. The landscape is a network of small family settlements and rural crossroads, characterized by an exceptionally high density of historic burial grounds such as Beasley Cem, Mount Moriah Cem, and the Mosley Chapel Cem near the southern edge. The agrarian roots of the region are evidenced by water-management features like Nortons Millrace on the northern border and named crossings like Ways Bridge. Small local drainage systems, including Brushy Cr and Bull Nose Br, carve through the terrain, while landmarks such as Ways Grove Cem and Smiths Grove Cem mark long-standing community centers along the winding local road network.