Madison County

Madison County is an administrative area in northeastern Georgia featuring rolling hills, farmland, and residential neighborhoods spread across the region. The county seat of Danielsville serves as the main hub where local services and community activities are centered.

The county was established in 1811 and began operating in 1812 as Georgia's 38th administrative division at a time of expansion. This period marked when the state was organizing new territories into structured local government units.

The county takes its name from President James Madison, a reminder that shaped the area's local identity. Community gatherings here happen throughout the year, bringing neighbors together and showing how people maintain their sense of place.

The county is served by schools and local services distributed across several towns and communities. Visitors can explore the area by car and access outdoor parks and rural landscapes that are open to the public.

Watson Mill Bridge State Park contains Georgia's longest covered bridge, an architectural structure built using traditional methods that spans the Broad River. This bridge attracts visitors interested in how people built crossings before modern technology.

Location: Georgia

Inception: December 5, 1811

Capital city: Danielsville

Shares border with: Franklin County, Clarke County, Oglethorpe County, Hart County, Elbert County, Jackson County, Banks County

Website: http://madisoncountyga.us

GPS coordinates: 34.13000,-83.21000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:26