2024 Map of Delta

About this map

Fishhead Valley and the prominent Shinbone Ridge define the rugged topography of this Clay County landscape, where the Talladega National Forest covers much of the northwestern terrain. The settlement of Delta serves as a central point, surrounded by a network of smaller communities like Needmore, Hollis Crossroads, and Haynes Crossroad. This area is characterized by a high density of rural religious and funerary sites, including the Shiloh Primitive Baptist Church Cem and Blacks Chapel Methodist Church Cem, which are vital for genealogical research in this part of Alabama. The drainage systems of Ketchepedrakee Creek and Chulafinnee Creek carve through the ridges, while Lake Gerald provides a localized water feature amidst the timbered hills. The map captures the meeting point of Clay, Cleburne, and Randolph counties, illustrating a modern road network that follows long-established valley corridors.