Columbia County, Administrative division in Georgia, United States
Description
Columbia County is an administrative division in eastern Georgia along the Savannah River, where rolling hills and pine forests dominate the landscape. The territory includes both developed areas and natural spaces spread across the region.
History
The county was established in 1790 from Richmond County and received its name honoring Christopher Columbus during the early American Republic. This founding reflected the expansion of settlement in eastern Georgia after independence.
Culture
The county maintains multiple parks, recreation centers, and sports facilities that support local athletics and community gatherings throughout the year.
Practical
The Government Complex in Evans serves as the main administrative hub where residents can handle permits, licenses, and access public records. It is advisable to contact the office during business hours to confirm which departments are available for your needs.
Did you know?
The Stevens Creek Trail system weaves through the county with an extensive network of paths that connects neighborhoods with natural areas and water features. This network gives visitors easy access to diverse natural settings without long drives.
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Fort Eisenhower
19.1 km
Lake Strom Thurmond
13.6 kmGeorgia Cryptologic Center
17.4 kmMistletoe State Park
15.6 kmStallings Island
19.8 km
Heggie's Rock
1.1 km
Seclusaval and Windsor Spring
25.3 km
Kiokee Baptist Church
4.3 kmSteven's Creek Heritage Preserve
17.2 kmPrice–Legg Bridge
17.5 km
Hopewell Rosenwald School
14.2 km
Columbia County Courthouse
5.2 kmB. Edward Tankersley Memorial Bridge
5.9 kmMajor Byron S. McGuire Sr. Memorial Bridge
11.2 kmFort Gordon Reservoir
19.6 kmFurys Ferry Bridge
13.5 kmG.B. "Dip" Lamkin Bridge
7.4 kmBowen Pond
18.9 kmBig Smoak Lake
18.2 kmRobert W. Pollard Bridge
7.3 kmEllis Pond
24 kmBeaver Dam Pond
17.8 kmThe Laurel and Hardy Museum of Harlem, Georgia
15.5 kmColumbia Theater
16.1 kmFort Gordon Cinema
16.2 kmRegal Augusta Village Cinema 12
18.4 kmLieutenant General James E. Gray Memorial Bridge
9.3 kmU.S. Army Signal Corps Museum
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