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2022 Map of Birmingham Point

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Birmingham Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley dominate this landscape, illustrating the profound transformation of the region following the damming of the Tennessee River and Cumberland River. The map reveals a complex network of inlets and bays, such as Pisgah Bay and Smith Bay, which now submerge much of the original valley terrain. The Tennessee Valley Divide remains a prominent topographical feature, separating the two major watersheds connected by the Barkley Canal near Grand Rivers.

Family history and local heritage are preserved in numerous small burial sites that survived the flooding, including the Barnett-African American Cem and Birmingham Island Cem. Modern residential developments like Cambridge Shores and Sherwood Shores line the western peninsulas, while the wooded interior is crossed by historic routes like The Trace Rd and the North South Trl, reflecting the area's dual character as a recreational hub and a site of deep local memory.