2020 Map of Bankston

About this map

Bankston and the neighboring community of Cleveland anchor this rural Fayette County landscape, where the terrain is deeply dissected by a dense network of watercourses including Baker Cr, Deadwater Cr, and Little Piney Cr. The map reveals a settlement pattern characterized by numerous small, family and community burial grounds, such as Philadelphia Cem and Oak Grove Cem, which reflect the long-standing genealogical roots of this Alabama region. The North River meanders through the southern portion of the quadrangle, joined by tributaries like Sandy Point Cr and Piney Knot Cr. The local road network, including Fords Valley Rd and Lowery Rd, weaves around the complex topography, connecting dispersed homesteads and landmarks like Bugs Lake and the settlement of Stough in the west.