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1966 Map of Philomath

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Philomath
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

Philomath sits at the intersection of rural Wilkes, Taliaferro, and Oglethorpe counties, serving as a focal point for a landscape defined by small crossroads settlements and numerous country churches. The area's mid-century character is preserved through sites like Carters Grove, Lyneville, and Springfield, while a dense network of spiritual life is marked by landmarks such as County Line Ch, New Spring Hill Ch, and Victory Ch. Genealogists may find value in the location of the Thaxton Cem and other burial grounds scattered across the terrain.

The hydrological pattern is dominated by the Little River and its various forks, including the Little River North Fork and Little River South Fork. Significant tributaries like Kettle Creek and Lunceford Branch carve through the woods, which also contain the Historical Monument near the eastern boundary. This survey captures a specific Georgia Piedmont community just before the expansion of more modern infrastructure, noting local landmarks such as Daniel Springs and Phillips Mill Ch.