2018 Map of Durant Bend

About this map

The Alabama River carves a winding path through the borderlands of Autauga, Dallas, and Lowndes counties, defining the landscape around Statesville and Mulberry. This part of the Black Belt is characterized by its wide river bends and the broad R E 'Bob' Woodruff Reservoir, which significantly altered the local drainage patterns compared to earlier eras. Away from the water, the settlement of Peace and landmarks like Jones Cem provide anchor points for genealogical study. The river itself is dotted with named bars and islands, such as Old Hell Bar and Gardiner Island, reflecting a long history of river navigation and sandbar identification. The terrain transitions from the low-lying wetlands of the Hammermill Waste Treatment Pond to the elevated outlooks at Jones Bluff and Cunningham Bluff, illustrating the varying geography that supported the region's agricultural and timber interests.