Gordon County Map, Georgia
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Gordon County, Georgia
Gordon County packs a lot into its North Georgia location. Calhoun, the county seat, sits right along I-75, making it a convenient stop for travelers.
New Echota, once the Cherokee capital, now serves as a state historic site. Gordon County played a significant role in the Civil War, with several key battles fought here.
Come here to enjoy the Chattahoochee National Forest and the Oostanaula River. The annual Gordon County Fair celebrates the region’s rural heritage. The county is known for its carpet industry, with several major manufacturers based here.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Gordon County |
| County Seat | Calhoun |
| Population | Approximately 60,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Calhoun (county seat), Fairmount, Resaca, and several unincorporated communities |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 75, U.S. Route 41, U.S. Route 84, State Route 53 |
| FIPS Code | 13-129 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 358 square miles (land: 357 sq mi, water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Murray County (North), Whitfield County (North), Gilmer County (Northeast), Pickens County (East), Cherokee County (Southeast), Bartow County (South), Floyd County (West), Walker County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Georgia |
| Coordinates | 34.5000° N, 84.9500° W |
| Etymology | Named in honor of William Washington Gordon, a prominent railroad executive and early settler |
| Major Landmarks | New Echota Historic Site, Resaca Battlefield Historic Site, Calhoun Depot |
| Website | Gordon County Website |
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