1967 Map of Berry

About this map

Berry serves as the focal point of this western Alabama landscape, situated at the confluence of the Southern railroad line and a network of rural roads. The 1967 topography reveals a region defined by its natural watercourses, including North River and Cedar Creek, and a dispersed pattern of small communities and family-centered landmarks. Significant industrial activity is evident through numerous strip mines and gravel pits located north and east of the town center, particularly near Pea Ridge. Local history and genealogy are well-represented by a high density of rural churches and burial grounds, such as Tabernacle Cem, Bethabara Ch, and Pendley Chapel. The map effectively documents the transition from agricultural land to industrial excavation during the late 1960s, capturing the footprint of Boley Springs and Alta before further modern development altered these small settlements.