Loading map...

2011 Map of Pennington

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Pennington
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Flint River meanders through this agricultural landscape in central Georgia, providing a natural boundary for rural Macon County. Small communities and family-named landmarks define the region, with Pennington serving as a central point for local travel along Stage Rd and Watermelon Rd. To the north, the settlement of Clearview sits near the headwaters of Walker Branch, highlighting the area's reliance on the complex network of creeks that feed the river system, including Sweetwater Creek and Hogcrawl Creek.

Genealogists will find a high density of burial sites such as the Saint James-Pennington Cemetery and Hodges Cemetery, which point to deep-rooted family ties in the district. The presence of Chamblis Mill on Mountain Creek and the Russell Thomas Lake Dam indicates a history of water management and local industry. The map captures a detailed view of the rural infrastructure, from the winding Old Stage Rd to the various farm-to-market routes like Porter Farm Rd and Kitchens Rd.