1958 Map of Excell

About this map

The Cumberland River forms the dominant corridor through this landscape, marking a transition point where historic river crossings met rural upland communities. The map highlights the creation of Lake Barkley, which inundated much of the river valley. On the higher ground, ancient history is noted at the Indian Mounds near the river bend, while the later settlement patterns of Montgomery County are represented by scattered nodes like Orgains Crossroads and Liverworth. Transportation was once tied to the water, evidenced by the alignment of Edmondson Ferry Road and Sevenmile Ferry Road. For genealogists, the map is a vital record of local landmarks, locating numerous churches such as Marthas Chapel and Hagewood Chapel, alongside small rural schools like Dixon Sch and family cemeteries including the Lyle Cem and Stewart Cem.