2014 Map of Catherine

About this map

Prairie Bluff stands as a significant point of interest near the banks of the Alabama River, marking a site of deep historical roots in Wilcox County. This interior coastal plain landscape is defined by the winding course of Chilatchee Creek and the expansive William 'Bill' Dannelly Reservoir. The map reveals a high density of family and community burial sites, including the Bolling Spring Cem, Gastonburg Cem, and the Prairie Bluff Cem, which serve as vital markers for genealogical research in this rural region. Settlements such as Catherine, Gastonburg, and Boiling Springs are connected by a network of local routes like Al-5 and the uniquely named Chitlin Switch Rd. The presence of numerous small drainages like Shell Cr and Dixon Cr feeding into the river system illustrates the traditional agricultural and water-dependent character of the area.