UNITY within the COMMUNITY
THE APPROVED 2024 BUDGET FOR PIERCE COUNTY
2024 CURRENT TAX DIGEST & 5 YEAR HISTORY OF LEVY
Disaster Relief funding
Due to the recent damage to personal and business property as a result of Hurricane Debby, Pierce County EMA is gathering data from its residents and business owners to apply for FEMA Disaster Relief funding.
FLOOD UPDATE
FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL THIS EVENING
A Flood Warning was issued from August 12 at 8:36 AM EDT until August 12 at 8:00 PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
…The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Georgia…
Satilla River At Waycross affecting Ware and Pierce Counties.
Additional information is available at www.water.weather.gov/wfo/JAX
* WHAT…Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE…Satilla River at Waycross.
* WHEN…Until this evening.
* IMPACTS…At 16.0 feet, Flooding of agriculture and timberlands begins. On the Ware County side, the Jamestown Road Boat Ramp is flooded. On the Pierce/Brantley county line at the State Road 121 Bridge the boat ramp and dirt access roads are flooded. At 17.0 feet, On the Ware County side, the Jamestown Road Boat Ramp parking lot and access road is flooded and Simmons Trail is flooded cutting off one residence. On the Pierce County side, the Okefenokee Country Club Course Holes 14 through 16 begin to flood.
At 18.0 feet, On the Pierce County side, the Okefenokee Country Club Golf Course is generally closed. Riverwoods Drive low lying properties begin to flood.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
– At 7:45 AM EDT Monday the stage was 16.2 feet.
– Forecast…The river is expected to fall below flood stage this afternoon and continue falling to 13.8 feet Thursday morning.
– Flood stage is 16.0 feet. – www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Welcome to Pierce County
Thank you for visiting the Pierce County, Georgia, website. Pierce County is nestled in southeast Georgia and provides residents and visitors with a beautiful rural atmosphere year-round. Whether blooming with the promise of spring or set ablaze with the colors of fall, the beautiful farmland and small-town atmosphere that make up our county are a sight to behold and are full of natural wonders to be discovered. The Alabaha River takes a winding course through the county, creating wonderful fishing and plenty of opportunities for outdoor entertainment. A peaceful small-town atmosphere offers a haven from the hustle and bustle of contemporary life, and the sense of community here is as old and as strong as the land itself.
We have friendly, hardworking residents who are proud of their heritage while looking toward the future with hope and initiative. Whether you are looking for a scenic place to visit, a hometown in which to raise a family or a willing community in which to locate a business, you are welcome in our county.
So come visit one of our many churches, go fishing, explore the history of the ‘ole Okefenokee, or take a scenic drive across our country roads. We hope to see you and “Welcome” home. from your PIERCE County Board of Commissioners
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Work Session
The county will have a Work Session on 09/24/24 at 6:00 p.m. Subjects will include: Discuss the Budget The location will be the NFC Building at 705 College Ave.ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THIS REQUEST...
Board of Elections meeting
The Pierce County Board of Elections will be meeting at the Courthouse Annex at 312 Nichols Street, Blackshear, Ga., on July 22, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will be held in conjunction with early...
Public Hearing
The county will have a Public Hearing on 06/04/24 at 5:30 p.m. Subjects will include: Rezone-(SF) Single-Family to (AF) Agriculture/Forestry to discuss rezoning Parcel #066A-090, 4.35 acres at 5950...
Some images on this website are courtesy of
local photographer Wayne Morgan
Contact Us
Physical address:
312 Nichols Street,
Blackshear, GA 31516
t: 912.449.2022
f: 912.449.2024
E-Verify Authorization
Number: 72031 | Date: 12/06/2007.
About Pierce County
Pierce County, established in 1857 and named for President Franklin Pierce, grew out of Appling and Ware counties' lands.
The county seat, Blackshear, bears the name of General David Blackshear who fought Indians in Georgia and Florida during the War of 1812.
Board of Commissioners
We appreciate your interest in Pierce County, Georgia, and hope this site proves useful in providing information about the Board of Commissioners, local government, and our community. Should you have questions, please contact us at: 912.449.2022.
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