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2014 Map of Mitchell

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Mitchell
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Mitchell serves as a central hub for this rural stretch of Glascock County, where the landscape is defined by the winding course of the Little Ogeechee River and numerous tributary creeks. The map reveals a dense network of family-named cemeteries, such as the Kitchens - Wilcher Cem and Llewellyn - Kitchens Cem, which offer significant value for genealogical research in this part of Georgia.

The distribution of these burial grounds and local landmarks like Kents Millpond and Chalker Lake suggests a long-established agricultural community tied closely to its water sources. Further south, the settlement of Agricola and the nearby Harrisons Bridge reflect the importance of local crossings and junctions. The varied topography is drained by a complex system of branches and runs, including Duck Roost Br and Philcher Cr, illustrating the deeply dissected nature of the terrain between the river and the county boundaries.