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1957 Map of Andalusia

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Andalusia
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

The Conecuh National Forest dominates the southern landscape of this mid-century survey, anchoring a region defined by its sprawling river systems and timber-rich terrain. Navigable waters such as the Alabama River and the Tombigbee River snake through the western counties, providing vital historical corridors for commerce and transportation. The settlement pattern reflects the importance of the rail-and-river economy, with key hubs like Evergreen and Andalusia serving as focal points for the surrounding rural communities.

Industrial connectivity is well-documented through the extensive networks of the Louisville & Nashville, St Louis-San Francisco, and Central of Georgia railroads. These lines intersect at numerous towns, including Georgiana and Atmore, illustrating the mid-century infrastructure that linked Alabama's southern interior to larger regional markets. From the bluffs of Yellow Bluff to the banks of the Conecuh River, the map provides a clear picture of the land before modern highway expansions altered the traditional road and rail corridors.