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1974 Map of Newton

Name: 1974 Topographic Map of Newton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

The Newton town site serves as the focal point of this mid-1970s study, situated along a prominent bend in the Flint River. This area of Baker County shows a distinct rural landscape where the river and its tributaries, such as Cooleewahee Creek, dictate the movement of roads and the placement of community landmarks. Education and faith are central to the local geography, evidenced by the County High Sch in town and scattered country churches like White Corner Ch, Mt Airy Ch, and Zion Grove Ch.

A network of water features, including Baptism Pond, Reflection Lake, and Wildcat Spring, highlights the hydrologic character of the Coastal Plain. To the south, the Flint River contains the Sister Islands, while a Gaging Station and Lookout Tower reflect the importance of monitoring this critical waterway and the surrounding timberland. The map provides a clear record of the Corporate Boundary of the county seat and the nearby Baker Co Mitchell Co line during this era.