Meriwether County moves at the speed of global commerce. With premier transportation infrastructure and strategic access to road, rail, air, and sea, your business can operate—and grow—with confidence.

State Route 85 is a vital commercial corridor running 96.5 miles through west-central Georgia, connecting Meriwether County to major metro areas including Columbus, Fayetteville, and Forest Park. With direct access to seven counties, SR 85 makes regional distribution fast, simple, and reliable.

CSX Rail, a leading Class I railroad, powers our freight network. Handling key commodities like food products, chemicals, coal, and grain, CSX offers:

• Direct access to major intermodal and TRANSFLOW terminals in Atlanta and Savannah
   
• Coast-to-coast rail connectivity
   
• Consistent, high-performance service across the Eastern U.S.
   

Roosevelt Memorial Airport
Perfect for general aviation, business travel, and community use—including specialized training programs like the Civil Air Patrol’s National Flight Academy.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Just 70 minutes from Meriwether, the world’s busiest passenger airport connects you to:

• 90+ million passengers annually
   
• 6 continents
   
• 12 cargo-only carriers
   
• 1.5 million+ sq. ft. of cargo handling space
  Reach 80% of U.S. markets within 2 hours by air.
   

Columbus Metropolitan Airport
Prefer less congestion? Just 40 minutes away, Columbus Metro offers:

• Two runways
   
• Seven passenger gates
   
• Service from Delta Connection/ASA and American Eagle
  A convenient hub for regional and domestic flights.
   

Under 4 hours from Meriwether, the Port of Savannah is:

• North America’s largest single container terminal
   
• The East Coast leader in ocean shipping services
   
• Equipped to handle reefer, breakbulk, and ro/ro cargo
   

Bonus for Exporters: Manufacturers increasing import/export activity through the Port can qualify for an additional $1,250 Job Tax Credit.

With unmatched multimodal logistics, Meriwether County is where business gets done—fast, smart, and globally. Contact the Jodi Sharpe at jsharpe@manchesterda.com  to explore available sites and incentives.