2022 Map of Boaz

About this map

Boaz sits at the convergence of several valley systems in Richland County, where Mill Cr and its tributaries have carved a complex landscape of ridges and hollows. This 2022 survey captures the rural character of the Driftless Area, where settlement patterns strictly follow the topography. Small communities like Five Points and Basswood are connected by a network of winding county roads that trace the high ground of Mid Ridge, West Ridge, and Maple Ridge. The map reveals a high density of rural burial sites, including the Richwood Methodist Cem and Saint Martin Cem, which often serve as the primary remaining landmarks of early pioneer church congregations. The intricate drainage network, including W Br Mill Cr and Byrds Cr, defines the boundaries of numerous named geographical features like Dieter Hollow, Gault Hollow, and Core Hollow, illustrating how families historically organized their lands around these distinct topographical units.