This Sumter County Georgia map is a compact reference for the county boundary and selected places shown on the map. Americus is the county seat, and the labeled places are Americus, Plains, Andersonville, Leslie, De Soto. The map does not show every unincorporated community, local road, parcel, or service location.
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Download the Sumter County map
The page uses a WEBP preview, while the download file is JPG.
- Map file: County reference map
- File format: JPG
Quick Facts
| State | Georgia |
|---|---|
| County | Sumter County |
| County seat | Americus |
| Established | 1831 |
| Places shown | Americus, Plains, Andersonville, Leslie, De Soto |
| Download format | JPG |
What the Map Shows
The map emphasizes the Sumter County boundary and the relative positions of Americus, Plains, Andersonville, Leslie, De Soto. Americus is the county seat and main city, while Plains, Andersonville, Leslie, and De Soto provide important historic and local references. It is a general county reference rather than a road, parcel, flood-risk, or municipal-boundary map.
County Layout and Location
Sumter County is in southwestern Georgia. Americus is the county seat and main city, while Plains, Andersonville, Leslie, and De Soto provide important historic and local references.
Local Context
The county was established in 1831. Presidential history, civil-rights sites, agriculture, education, healthcare, and tourism define the county.
Ways to Use This Map
- County location and boundary reference
- Classroom geography and local research
- Reports and presentations
- Local-history or genealogy orientation
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the map show every city and community?
No. It focuses on Americus, Plains, Andersonville, Leslie, De Soto and the county boundary.
What is the county seat?
Americus is the county seat of Sumter County.
Why is the preview WEBP while the download is JPG?
WEBP is used for a lighter webpage preview, while the distribution file is JPG.
Sources
- U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
- The New Georgia Encyclopedia entry for Sumter County
- The New Georgia Encyclopedia entry for Plains
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