Lincolnton is a city in Lincoln County, Georgia, and serves as the county seat. Located in the eastern part of the state along the Savannah River, near the border with South Carolina, the city recorded a population of 1,480 in the 2020 census, while Lincoln County as a whole is home to roughly 7,700 residents. Lincolnton's position in this corner of Georgia places it within the Savannah River basin, a landscape of rolling hills, forests, and reservoirs that has shaped the region's history and economy. The defining geographic feature of the area is Lake Strom Thurmond, also known as Clarks Hill Lake, a large reservoir formed on the Savannah River by the J. Strom Thurmond Dam. The city's eastern and western sides drain toward creeks that flow into arms of the lake, underscoring how closely Lincolnton is tied to this waterway. The dam and the lake have been central to the county's modern economic development, supporting recreation, tourism, and related businesses, while logging remains a multimillion-dollar industry across the surrounding timberland. Lincolnton's downtown reflects its heritage as a long-established county seat, and the community includes historic properties such as the Lamar-Blanchard House, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Daily life centers on the functions of a small government town — the courthouse, local schools, churches, and commerce — combined with the outdoor opportunities offered by the nearby lake. For residents, Lincolnton provides a quiet, history-rich setting with access to Lake Strom Thurmond's recreation and the conveniences of a county seat, all within reach of the larger Augusta metropolitan area to the south.