2020 Map of Mershon

About this map

The Alabaha River and its numerous tributaries, including Hurricane Cr and Little Hurricane Cr, dictate the geography of this Pierce County landscape. The settlement of Mershon serves as a primary hub in the northeast, while Walkersville anchors the southeastern corner. This area is characterized by a high density of rural burial grounds, such as Friendship Cem, Henderson Cem, and Youmans Cem, which provide significant points of interest for genealogical research in Georgia's coastal plain. The road network connects these small communities via routes like Mershon Rd and Coffee Rd, crossing water at landmarks like Sweat Bridge. The terrain is defined by a intricate system of wetlands and small creeks like Briar Cr and Crooked Creek, which separate the agricultural fields and scattered homesteads of the early 21st century.