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2011 Map of Claiborne

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Claiborne
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Alabama River carves a winding path through this region of Clarke and Monroe counties, anchoring the riverfront settlements of Gosport and Claiborne. This 2011 survey documents the persistent importance of the river for transport and industry, evidenced by the Claiborne State Dock and the nearby Grain Elevator Rd. The landscape is defined by its transition from the elevated Claiborne Bluff to the low-lying Pigeon Creek Bar and Mistress Gray Bar.

Local history is preserved in several family and community landmarks, including the Mothershed Cemetery, Claiborne Cemetery, and McConnico Cemetery. Aviation and infrastructure are represented by the Bedsole Farm Airport and the modern Claiborne-Murphy Bridge, while the Mabel Bedsole Ward Trust Lake Dam regulates local waters. The map also traces traditional river access points such as Gosport Landing, Nancy Hall Landing, and Roane Landing, reflecting a long-standing reliance on the river network.