2024 Map of Epes West

About this map

Sumterville and Epes anchor this survey of central Sumter County, where the Interstate 20 corridor now cuts through a landscape defined by its historical rural infrastructure. The map reveals a high density of family-named burial grounds and local landmarks, suggesting a long history of generational settlement. From the Brown Family Cem in the northwest to the Eskeridge Pettigrew Cem near Parker, these sites provide essential data for genealogists tracing the area's roots. Drainage patterns are heavily marked by the winding courses of Turkey Creek, Jones Creek, and Shumulla Creek. The transition from old roadbeds like Hayes Ferry Rd and Old Jones Creek Rd to modern transit lines highlights the evolving geography of the Alabama Black Belt, while smaller communities like McCainville maintain their distinct positions within the township and range system.