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2011 Map of Riverdale

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Riverdale
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 and its numerous tributaries, including Sullivan Creek and Morning Creek, shape the residential landscape of this region south of Atlanta. The map reveals a dense network of suburban developments such as Brittany Forest, Cheeko Manor, and Heatherwood, which are interwoven with historical sites and family landmarks. Significant genealogical data is preserved through various burial grounds like Adams Cemetery, King Cemetery, and the Philadelphia Cemetery in the northeast.

Transport and commerce are anchored by major thoroughfares like Forest Parkway and Atlanta South Parkway, which connect established hubs such as Red Oak and Riverdale. Industrial activity is localized at the Forest Park Quarry, while several postal facilities, including the Old National Post Office and Riverdale Post Office, serve the expanding community. Water management is evident through numerous small reservoirs such as Crystal Lake, Jackson Lake, and Joy Lake, each managed by earthen dams.