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2011 Map of Rico

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Chattahoochee River carves a winding path through this corner of Georgia, anchoring a landscape defined by small crossroads settlements and quiet rural developments. In the early 21st century, the newly established city of Chattahoochee Hills spans the area, including historic nodes like Rico and Byers Crossroads. This survey documents a transition from traditional agricultural use to residential pockets such as Links of Leith and Hollis Heights.

Tracing the river south reveals the site of Hutchesons Ferry, a reminder of the historical importance of river crossings before modern infrastructure. The map is dotted with local heritage sites, including the County Line Cemetery, Bethel Cemetery, and Andrews Cemetery, which serve as vital touchstones for genealogists. Water management is evident through numerous small impoundments like Basket Creek Lake, Carmichel Lake, and Jones Ferry Road Lake, reflecting the local topography of numerous creeks and branches feeding the main river channel.