1988 Map of Mulky Gap

About this map

Chattahoochee National Forest dominates the southern half of this landscape, where the Duncan Ridge and its namesake Duncan Ridge Trail wind through numerous gaps and knobs. To the north, the terrain transitions into a settled valley network defined by Youngcane Creek and its many tributaries, such as Watts Creek and Jones Creek. The map documents a period of development near the Blairsville Municipal Airport, while also preserving the locations of rural community centers like Philadelphia Ch and several family burial grounds, including the Jones Cem and Dillard Chapel Cem. Further south, the Cooper Creek Recreation Area and Cooper Creek Campground indicate the mid-century focus on public forestry and outdoor management. The northeast corner is marked by the shoreline of Nottely Lake, illustrating the impact of water management on the local geography.