In 1999, the number of physicians in the county per 10,000 persons was 4, compared to the state average of 19.3. Twiggs County was created in 1809, taking its territory from Wilkinson County. Georgia's 37th county was named for General John Twiggs. Industrial development in the county centers on the mining and production of kaolin. There are 36 mines and 3,797 acres used for kaolin and sand.
Kaolin is the white clay-like mineral used for ceramics and refractories.
This law provided for vocational education in such areas as agriculture and various technical skills. County history courtesy Department of Community Affairs Georgia County Snapshots , 1996. Use this plain text version .