2017 Map of Alpena

About this map

Long Creek carves a deep valley through the Ozark plateau on the border of Carroll and Boone Counties, anchoring a rural landscape of scattered hamlets and family farmsteads. The crossroads of Alpena serves as a local hub, while the historically significant settlement of Carrollton sits further south along the creek, marked by the Carrollton Cem. The terrain is defined by its numerous springs and hollows, including Sycamore Spring, Bull Spring, and Blackjack Hollow. These water sources were vital for the early settlement of communities like Coin and Hough. High points such as Pine Mtn and bluffs like Chaney Bluff offer a glimpse into the topographical challenges faced by residents in the late twentieth century. Family history is etched into the landscape through numerous well-maintained burial grounds, from the Youngblood Cem in the north to the Duncard Cem on the eastern edge.