1961 Map of South Canton

About this map

Allatoona Lake dominates this mid-century landscape of Cherokee County, where the rising waters of the Etowah River and Little River reshaped the local geography. The map documents the area during a period of transition, showing the intersection of long-established rural communities and modern recreational development. To the north, the industrial and residential centers of Canton and South Canton are clearly defined, while the southern reaches feature the extensive Little River State Wildlife Management Area. Local family and community history is preserved through dozens of landmarks, including Fields Chapel, Sutallee, and the Seaboard Coast Line railroad. From the Drive-in Theatre near South Canton to the secluded Victoria Landing, the survey captures the post-war shift toward lakeside living and regional conservation.