1978 Map of Dyas

About this map

The Louisville and Nashville railroad cuts a diagonal line across this landscape, connecting small rural hubs like Dyas and Perdido during the late 1970s. This area near the Alabama-Florida border is defined by its drainage systems, including Dyas Creek, Mc Curtin Creek, and Horseneck Creek, which flow toward the Perdido River on the eastern edge. Local life is anchored by landmarks such as New Providence Ch and Horseneck Ch, while the industrial presence of a Claypit and the historic path of the Old Pensacola Road suggest a long history of transit and resource extraction. The map reveals a transition from the structured Base Line in the north to the irregular wetlands of Dogwood Branch and Reedy Branch, illustrating the rural character of Baldwin County prior to modern expansion.