1958 Map of Childersburg

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Industrial and military history dominates the landscape where the Coosa River forms the border between Shelby and Talladega counties. North of Childersburg, the sprawling Alabama Ordnance Works and a U S Military Reservation sit near the riverbank, signifying the area's mid-century importance to national defense. The town itself shows clear signs of post-war expansion with residential developments like Grove Park, Pinewood Terrace, and Indian Hill flanking the central business district. Educational and civic infrastructure is well-established, including Wheatley High Sch and the National Guard Armory. Along the river, Lay Lake and Buzzard Island reflect the managed waters of the Coosa, while the Central of Georgia and Southern railroad lines intersect at Childersburg, anchoring the local economy to regional transport networks. Rural life persists in the outlying areas, marked by local landmarks such as Mt Olive Ch and Boaz Corner.