1891 Map of Clanton

To the west and south, the East Tennessee Virginia and Georgia Railroad serves a string of smaller depots and landings including Plantersville, Stanton, and Vinehill Sta.. The map reveals a highly localized economy dependent on water power and crossroads, evidenced by Welch Mill, Hunt Mill, and the community surrounding Big Spring Church. The intricate drainage of Big Mulberry Creek and its many forks provides a detailed look at the hydrology of Chilton, Autauga, and Bibb counties during the late nineteenth century.