2018 Map of Crumptonia

About this map

Crumptonia and Sedgefield anchor this rural landscape in the Black Belt region, where the Alabama River carves the southern boundary of the quadrangle. The topography is defined by the winding course of Chilatchee Creek as it meanders toward the William 'Bill' Dannelly Reservoir, a major waterway that dominates the bottom of the sheet. This area is historically significant for its dispersed family-named burial grounds, such as Vaughn Cem, Hardy-Young Cem, and Hennon Cem, reflecting the early settlement patterns of Dallas and Wilcox Counties. The intricate drainage network, including Bogue Chitto Creek and Hogan Cr, suggests a landscape historically tied to the river's floodplain. Higher elevations appear at Red Bluff, providing a contrast to the marshy lowlands near Sedgefield Lake. The map serves as a vital tool for genealogists, preserving the location of numerous small cemeteries like Cobbs Cem and Athens Cem that might otherwise be overlooked.