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2020 Map of Nicholson

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The North Oconee River winds through the heart of this North Georgia landscape, delineating the border between Jackson and Clarke Counties. This rural region is punctuated by long-established crossroads and small communities like Nicholson, Center, and Attica, where life centers around historic congregations and family burial grounds. Notable sites include Attica Baptist Cem and Mizpah Cem, which serve as vital touchstones for genealogical research in the area.

Water features define much of the topography, from the expanses of Lake Yamacutah and Lake Jarekit to the many winding creeks like Crooked Cr and Sandy Cr. The map details a network of country lanes, such as Archer Grove School Rd and New Kings Bridge Rd, that connect scattered farmsteads and old settlements. This documentation reflects the enduring agricultural character of the land just north of the Athens area, preserving the layout of homesteads and local landmarks before further suburban expansion.