1956 Map of Redan

About this map

Snapfinger Creek and the South River define the drainage of this DeKalb County landscape, which shows a significant period of suburban expansion into former agricultural lands. The 1956 topography, updated in the early 1980s, reveals the intrusion of the interstate system through neighborhoods like Glen Haven and past Wesley Chapel. While the northern portion of the map is increasingly urbanized, the southern section retains its rural character near the border of Henry and Rockdale Counties. Significant natural landmarks such as Panola Mountain State Park and Arabia Mtn State Park stand in contrast to the growing network of interchanges and subdivisions. Numerous community centers and houses of worship, including Miller Grove Ch and Kelleys Chapel, serve as anchors for established settlements like Redan and Klondike. The presence of the Seaboard Coast Line and older routes like Browns Mill Road highlight the area's transition from a rail-and-mill economy to a modern residential corridor.