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Flint, Georgia
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Country United States
State Georgia
County Mitchell
Elevation
184 ft (56 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
31716
Area code(s) 229

Flint is a small place in Mitchell County, Georgia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the county.

A Look Back: Flint's History

This community got its name from the nearby Flint River. Rivers are often important for naming places. They provide water and were used for travel in the past.

Early Names

Long ago, Flint was also called "Cochrans Mill." This name suggests there might have been a mill owned by someone named Cochran in the area. Mills were important places where grains were ground into flour. They were often central to early settlements.

Where is Flint?

Flint is located in the state of Georgia. It sits at a specific point on the map. This point is often described using latitude and longitude. For Flint, the latitude is about 31.317 degrees north. The longitude is about 84.179 degrees west.

Elevation and Surroundings

The land in Flint is about 184 feet above sea level. You can find Flint on the Baconton South U.S. Geological Survey Map. It is located where a main road, U.S. 19, meets Tution Road. Other roads in the area include Flint Road, River Road, and Saint Mary's Road. These roads help people get around the community.

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