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The community of Hickory Flat has a long history, dating to the period of frontier settlement of former [[Cherokee Nation v Georgia|Cherokee]] lands, associated with westward expansion and gold exploration in Georgia. At least one school in the community can date its history to the later half of the 19th century. Nonetheless, the community remained small and rural well into the 21st century, when urban sprawl from the [[Atlanta MSA]] stimulated economic growth and the movement of large numbers of new residents to the area. The center of the community was for many years, and is still regarded today, as the four-way stoplight at the intersection of [[Georgia State Route 140]] and East Cherokee Drive. A store and gas station, built there in the 1950's was, for generations of local residents, the focal point and meeting place for the community. The second floor of the store was originally used as a [[Masonic lodge|Masonic hall]]. The structure took on other functions in the late 20th century, and fell into disrepair by the early 21st century.<ref name="Chick" /> When plans were announced to demolish the structure, and build a modern fast food outlet, The [[Cherokee County, Georgia|Cherokee County]] Historical Society sought to rally support for preservation and restoration of the dilapidated structure. However, the effort failed to gain sufficient traction, and the building was demolished to make way for a Chick-fil-A.<ref name="Chick" /> Seeking to acknowledge the history and importance of the store's location, as a local gathering spot, the new Chick-fil-A included a "vintage-inspired" interior design, which included a large "gathering table" made from reclaimed wood.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://patch.com/georgia/canton-ga/chick-fil-opens-jan-9-hickory-flat|title=Chick-fil-A Opens Jan. 9 In Hickory Flat|author=Kristal Dixon|date=January 8, 2019|accessdate=April 18, 2019}}</ref> |
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Once a sparse town with more land per acre than people per square mile, this quiet community has begun to embrace the [[urban sprawl]], as well as a modern fast food retailer.<ref name="Chick">{{citeweb|url=https://patch.com/georgia/canton-ga/hickory-flat-store-demolished-chick-fil|title=Hickory Flat Store Demolished For Chick-fil-A|publisher=Patch.com|author=Kristal Dixon|date=June 14, 2018|accessdate=April 18, 2019}}</ref> All new homes have a minimum of {{convert|0.2|acre}}. Since 2007 new home and commercial builders have taken to the area. Today retail space continues to be constructed to keep up with the fast-growing population. |
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Within a {{convert|10|mi|adj=on|0}} radius of the town is the county seat of [[Canton, Georgia|Canton]], to the north, and [[Woodstock, Georgia|Woodstock]], to the south. Access to [[Interstate 575|I-575]] and [[Georgia State Route 400|GA 400]] are also within a {{convert|20|mi|adj=on}} span. It is approximately {{convert|40|mi}} north of downtown [[Atlanta]]. The community is located along an old [[Native Americans in the United States|Native American]] trading route and is one of the county's earliest white settlements. To its north along Georgia Highway 140 is a subsection of Hickory Flat known to locals as "Indian Knoll". This crest in the middle of rolling farm land is a literal geographic knoll where tribes would meet.{{Citation needed|date=July 2014}} |
Within a {{convert|10|mi|adj=on|0}} radius of the town is the county seat of [[Canton, Georgia|Canton]], to the north, and [[Woodstock, Georgia|Woodstock]], to the south. Access to [[Interstate 575|I-575]] and [[Georgia State Route 400|GA 400]] are also within a {{convert|20|mi|adj=on}} span. It is approximately {{convert|40|mi}} north of downtown [[Atlanta]]. The community is located along an old [[Native Americans in the United States|Native American]] trading route and is one of the county's earliest white settlements. To its north along Georgia Highway 140 is a subsection of Hickory Flat known to locals as "Indian Knoll". This crest in the middle of rolling farm land is a literal geographic knoll where tribes would meet.{{Citation needed|date=July 2014}} |
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Hickory Flat, Georgia | |
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| Coordinates: 34°10′12″N 84°25′22″W / 34.17000°N 84.42278°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Cherokee |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes | 30115-30188 |
| Area code(s) | 770/678/470 |
| Website | www |
Hickory Flat is an unincorporated community in southeastern Cherokee County, Georgia, United States.
Area and history
The community of Hickory Flat has a long history, dating to the period of frontier settlement of former Cherokee lands, associated with westward expansion and gold exploration in Georgia. At least one school in the community can date its history to the later half of the 19th century. Nonetheless, the community remained small and rural well into the 21st century, when urban sprawl from the Atlanta MSA stimulated economic growth and the movement of large numbers of new residents to the area. The center of the community was for many years, and is still regarded today, as the four-way stoplight at the intersection of Georgia State Route 140 and East Cherokee Drive. A store and gas station, built there in the 1950's was, for generations of local residents, the focal point and meeting place for the community. The second floor of the store was originally used as a Masonic hall. The structure took on other functions in the late 20th century, and fell into disrepair by the early 21st century.[1] When plans were announced to demolish the structure, and build a modern fast food outlet, The Cherokee County Historical Society sought to rally support for preservation and restoration of the dilapidated structure. However, the effort failed to gain sufficient traction, and the building was demolished to make way for a Chick-fil-A.[1] Seeking to acknowledge the history and importance of the store's location, as a local gathering spot, the new Chick-fil-A included a "vintage-inspired" interior design, which included a large "gathering table" made from reclaimed wood.[2]
Urban sprawl
Once a sparse town with more land per acre than people per square mile, this quiet community has begun to embrace the urban sprawl, as well as a modern fast food retailer.[1] All new homes have a minimum of 0.2 acres (0.081 ha). Since 2007 new home and commercial builders have taken to the area. Today retail space continues to be constructed to keep up with the fast-growing population.
Within a 10-mile (16 km) radius of the town is the county seat of Canton, to the north, and Woodstock, to the south. Access to I-575 and GA 400 are also within a 20-mile (32 km) span. It is approximately 40 miles (64 km) north of downtown Atlanta. The community is located along an old Native American trading route and is one of the county's earliest white settlements. To its north along Georgia Highway 140 is a subsection of Hickory Flat known to locals as "Indian Knoll". This crest in the middle of rolling farm land is a literal geographic knoll where tribes would meet.[citation needed]
Zip codes
- 30115, Canton residences and businesses
- 30188, Woodstock residences and businesses
Schools
The town has three main public schools, located side-by-side on Hickory Road: Hickory Flat Elementary, Dean Rusk Middle School, and Sequoyah High School. Hickory Flat Elementary was built in 1903, marking the location of the town center. The Messiah Montessori School, which moved to a newly constructed campus on Highway 140 in 2008, provided the first private school in the area upon its 2005 founding, but operations ceased.
References
- ^ a b c Kristal Dixon (June 14, 2018). "Hickory Flat Store Demolished For Chick-fil-A". Patch.com. Retrieved April 18, 2019.
- ^ Kristal Dixon (January 8, 2019). "Chick-fil-A Opens Jan. 9 In Hickory Flat". Retrieved April 18, 2019.
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Municipalities and communities of Cherokee County, Georgia, United States | ||
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| Footnotes | ‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties | |