2014 Map of Epes East

About this map

The Tombigbee River carves a winding path through this corner of the Alabama Black Belt, defining the boundary between Sumter and Greene counties. The landscape is characterized by a complex network of river features and named bars, such as Epes Bar, Santos Bar, and Belfast Bar, which reflect the historic importance of the river for navigation. Near the town of Epes, the Gorgas Bridge spans the water at Jones Bluff, overlooking the Jones Bluff Shoals. To the north, the settlement of Boligee serves as a local hub, surrounded by numerous small family and community burial sites including Bethsalem Cem, Mt Bethel Cem, and Saint Luke Cem. Significant water management is evident through features like The Canal and various named reservoirs such as Sprees Twenty Acre Lake and the W D Johnston Lake system.