1975 Map of Arab

About this map

Arab serves as the primary population center on this mid-1970s orthophotoquad, which utilizes aerial imagery to reveal the complex mosaic of agricultural clearings and dense woodlands across this portion of Marshall County. The orthophoto format, produced by the Soil Conservation Service and the Geological Survey, provides a unique look at land-use patterns that traditional line maps might obscure. To the north, the small settlement of Scant City is visible, while Red Hill occupies the southern reaches of the sheet. The eastern edge of the quadrangle is defined by the expansive waters of Guntersville Lake, showing the intricate shoreline and the way the topography drops toward the Tennessee River valley. This 1975 perspective is particularly valuable for researchers tracing the physical evolution of local farmsteads and rural infrastructure before modern suburban expansion.