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2011 Map of Bellefontaine

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Bellefontaine
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The western shoreline of Mobile Bay defines the character of this coastal Alabama region, where the intricate drainage of Fowl River and its accompanying bayous meet the sea. Established settlements such as Bellefontaine and Mon Louis are connected by a network of local roads like Salt Aire RD and Riverview Nursery RD, reflecting a landscape deeply tied to the water. Near the northern boundary, the Mathis Cemetery and Boudans Cemetery serve as important genealogical landmarks for local families.

Industrial and recreational uses of the waterfront are evident through the Fowl River Marina and the Point Judith Gas Field at the southern edge of the quadrangle. Distinctive terrain features including Goat Island and Point Judith punctuate the coast, while the S A Barrett Dam manages the inland hydrology. The transition from the tidal waters of Austin Bayou and Delchamps Bayou to the open bay illustrates the delicate environmental balance of this stretch of Mobile County.