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2020 Map of Newton

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Newton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Newton, the county seat of Baker County, serves as the central hub of this South Georgia landscape. The town is situated along a prominent bend in the Flint River, which serves as a natural boundary between Baker and Mitchell counties. The Baker County Courthouse stands at the heart of the settlement, while the James Henderson Hall Senior Bridge spans the river, connecting the community to the rural eastern bank.

The surrounding terrain is characterized by intricate water systems and lowland features. North of the town, Wildcat Spring feeds into the winding Cooleewahee Cr, which eventually joins the main river channel. Scattered across the agricultural and wooded parcels are uniquely named water bodies like Baptism Pond and Reflection Lake, alongside riverine landmarks such as Sister Islands. This contemporary survey highlights the modern road network, including W Broad Ave and Pretoria Rd, while preserving the spatial relationship between the river and the historic seat of local government.