The Dougherty County Georgia map set focuses on Albany, the only incorporated city in the county and the principal urban center of southwest Georgia. The Flint River runs through the area, while communities such as Putney, Radium Springs, Acree, and Pecan City provide additional local reference points.
Dougherty County was created from Baker County in 1853 and named for Georgia judge Charles Dougherty. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 82,616 residents in 2025, down from 85,790 in the 2020 census.
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What the county map includes
The Dougherty County Georgia map is available in color, black-and-white, and outline A3 JPG formats. The labeled files identify Albany and selected surrounding communities, while the outline edition keeps boundary lines without the original names or fills.
Because Albany is the county’s only incorporated city, the map is organized around one dominant urban area rather than several separate municipalities. The Flint River adds a second major reference for understanding the county’s geography.
Albany as a regional center
Albany was founded on the Flint River in 1836 as a market for southwest Georgia agriculture. River shipping, cotton trading, and later railroad connections helped the city become the commercial center of the region.
Today Albany contains county government offices, Albany State University, Albany Technical College, medical services, museums, and visitor attractions. Its concentration of institutions explains why local planning documents pair the county with a single city.
Civil rights history and public memory
The Albany Movement of the early 1960s made the city an important location in the American civil rights movement. The Albany Civil Rights Institute preserves that history and connects local events with the wider struggle against segregation.
River landscapes and recreation
The Flint River and nearby cypress wetlands shape much of the county’s natural identity. Radium Springs Gardens, the Flint RiverQuarium, and the Parks at Chehaw use the area’s river and wetland environment for recreation, education, and conservation.
The river has also brought severe flooding, including the destructive 1994 flood that inundated large parts of Albany and Dougherty County. That history makes waterways important for both recreation and hazard planning.
Population change and county scale
The county’s population declined from 94,565 in 2010 to 85,790 in 2020, with a 2025 estimate of 82,616. Despite that decline, Albany continues to serve as the main urban, educational, medical, and cultural center for southwest Georgia.
Color county map
The color edition separates Dougherty County from neighboring counties and labels selected places. Albany and the Flint River provide the strongest visual references, while Putney and Radium Springs help locate areas beyond the central city.
Black and white map
This edition removes the color fills but retains selected labels and boundary lines. It supports monochrome printing without losing the main references used to identify Albany and nearby communities.
Outline map
The outline file contains the county shape and available internal boundaries without the original labels. Users can add the Flint River, flood zones, transportation routes, neighborhood names, or classroom annotations.
Download the Dougherty County maps
Download the Dougherty County Georgia map in three A3 JPG versions below. Select a labeled edition for immediate place references or the outline file for custom geographic information.
County Map File Information
This download includes three A3 JPG versions of the Dougherty County map. The labeled maps retain selected place names, while the outline version contains boundary lines without labels or color fills.
- Included Versions: Color, Black and White, Outline
- File Type: JPG
- Printable Size: A3 high-resolution layout
- Map Detail: County boundary, selected internal boundaries, and surrounding-area reference
- Intended Use: Printing, classroom materials, presentations, documents, and custom annotations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Albany the only incorporated city in Dougherty County?
Yes. Albany is the county seat and the county’s only incorporated municipality. Other named places are unincorporated communities or neighborhoods.
Why is the Flint River important on a Dougherty County map?
The river influenced Albany’s early trade, shapes local recreation and wetlands, and remains important for flood planning.
Which file is best for adding flood or neighborhood information?
The outline edition is the best choice because it removes the original labels and fills while retaining the boundary structure.
Reference information
Dougherty County’s official overview describes the county’s history, land area, natural resources, and major educational and cultural institutions.
U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Dougherty County provides current population estimates and long-term population comparisons.
The Georgia Department of Community Affairs comprehensive-plan page lists joint planning documents for Dougherty County and the City of Albany.
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