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2020 Map of Falkville

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Falkville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Falkville serves as the primary hub in this northern Alabama landscape, situated near the headwaters of Flint Cr and Mill Cr. The terrain is defined by the Tennessee Valley Divide, which separates the northern drainage from the southern reaches around West Point and South Vinemont. A high density of rural cemeteries, such as Lebanon Baptist Church Cem and Piney Grove Cem, highlights the long-standing community structure of the region.

Transport routes follow the natural gaps and hollows, including Boyle Gap and Stringer Gap, while landmarks like Brindley Mountain and Thomas Mtn break the horizon. Small communities such as Lacon, Bell Springs, and Battleground are connected by a network of county roads that navigate the complex topography of Joe Hollow and Wilhite Cove. The presence of numerous springs, including Blowing Spring and Higdon Spring, suggests a landscape shaped by significant karst activity and groundwater resources.