2011 Map of Cahaba Heights

About this map

Cahaba River and Little Cahaba River dominate this topography, carving through the ridges of Jefferson and Shelby counties. The landscape reflects a transition from traditional river crossings to modern residential expansion, evidenced by historic points like Dodd Ford, Poole Ford, and the De Shazoo Mill Ford alongside contemporary developments like Inverness and Meadowbrook. Significant water management is visible at Lake Purdy, where the Lake Purdy Dam and named features like Hooker Point define the reservoir. Several family-named cemeteries, including Wise Cemetery and Harris Cemetery, are preserved among the suburban clusters of Cahaba Heights and Brook Highland, providing vital anchor points for local genealogical research.