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2011 Map of Courtland

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Courtland and its surrounding agricultural landscape are defined by the winding course of Big Nance Creek as it flows north toward the wide expanse of Wheeler Lake on the Tennessee River. This 2011 survey reveals a deeply rooted rural community in Lawrence County, where small settlements like Terry Heights, North Courtland, and the historic enclave of Sherrod Quarters dot the countryside. The map is particularly rich in genealogical data, preserving the locations of numerous family and community burial grounds including the Houston Cemetery, Truitt Cemetery, and the Andrew Garth Memorial Cemetery.

Old transportation patterns remain visible through landmarks like Egypt Ford and Brickhouse Ford, which historically provided vital crossings over the creek. The area transitions from the river lowlands to the elevated terrain of Courtland Mountain and Dedicar Mountain in the south. Aviation history is noted by the Bay Landing Strip, while the residential growth of the late 20th century is reflected in neighborhoods like Courtland Downs and Terrytown.