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1972 Map of Chrysler

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Chrysler
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

Alabama River bottomlands define the western edge of this Monroe County landscape, where the river winds past Mt Pleasant Landing and creates a complex network of creeks and bayous. The settlement of Chrysler sits at a junction of roads and an Old RR Grade that traces the movement of timber and goods through the region during the early-to-mid 20th century. Local life is anchored by community landmarks such as Mamies Chapel, Eliska Ch, and Mineola Ch, alongside numerous small cemeteries that offer significant value for genealogical research.

The topography transitions from the river's edge to higher ground near Mt Pleasant and Eliska, where several branches, including Big Shomo Creek and Nancey Branch, drain toward the south. Evidence of local industry appears at a Gravel Pit near Little River, while the presence of the Old RR Grade serves as a reminder of the historical transportation infrastructure that once connected these rural Alabama communities.