1954 Map of Cherokee

About this map

Cherokee serves as a focal point in this mid-century survey of Northwest Alabama, positioned along the Southern Railway corridor just south of the Tennessee River. The landscape is defined by the expansive Pickwick Lake and its intricate shoreline, including the large Kogers Island and the Mulberry Creek Cabin Area. The Natchez Trace Parkway cuts diagonally across the terrain, reflecting the area's historical importance as a transit route. Significant genealogical detail is preserved through numerous family and community sites, such as Moontown Ch, Monk Chapel, and several burial grounds including Lane Cem and Pride Cem. The northern banks in Lauderdale County, featuring Smithsonia, contrast with the more developed rail-oriented infrastructure around the Cherokee School and local quarries, illustrating the intersection of river-based recreation and inland industrial activity during the 1950s.