Toombs County, Administrative division in Georgia, United States.
Description
Toombs County spreads across east central Georgia, with Lyons serving as the county seat. Vidalia, the largest municipality, sits within this region in the southeastern United States.
History
The county was established in 1905 by combining parts of Tattnall and Montgomery Counties. Additional land from Emanuel County was added in 1907.
Culture
The county is named after Robert Toombs, a Georgian political figure from the 19th century. His name reflects the region's historical connections and local identity.
Practical
The region is served by U.S. Routes 1 and 280, providing access to regional centers. These major roads connect local communities to broader economic hubs.
Did you know?
The region is divided by two different river basins: the north falls within the Ohoopee River drainage, while the south belongs to the Altamaha River drainage. This natural division has shaped local water flow and ecosystems over time.
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Georgia State Prison
20.9 km
Mitchell J. Green Plantation
45.2 km
Woodland
32.9 km
Robert and Missouri Garbutt House
8 km
Albert Neal Durden House
50.2 km
Pace House
38.5 km
Treutlen County Courthouse
37.1 km
Appling County Courthouse
39.2 km
George W. DeLoach House
37.5 km
Evans County Courthouse
40 km
C. W. Deen House
38.9 km
Candler County Courthouse
39 km
Wheeler County Courthouse
42.7 km
Jeff Davis County Courthouse
39.2 km
Vidalia Commercial Historic District
12.6 km
Peterson-Wilbanks House
12.2 km
Crawford W. Brazell House
12.2 km
Alexander Hotel
20.5 km
Jim Smith House
14.5 km
Montgomery County Courthouse
25.5 km
First Methodist Episcopal Church
36.4 km
Leader–Rosansky House
12.3 km
South Metter Residential Historic District
38.7 km
Lyons Woman's Club House
8.2 km
Citizens Bank of Vidalia
12.5 km
Bank of Surrency
46.8 km
Dr. James W. Daniel House
40.2 km
Tattnall County Library
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