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2011 Map of Gainestown

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Gainestown
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Gainestown and the nearby settlement of Barlow Bend are situated along a prominent curve of the Alabama River in Clarke County. This 2011 survey illustrates a landscape defined by its riverine geography, featuring multiple historic river access points such as Gainestown Landing, Eureka Landing, and Lombard Landing. These landings, along with navigational hazards or landmarks like California Bar and Irvin Bar, reflect the enduring importance of the river for transport and commerce in this part of Alabama.

Away from the water, the map traces a network of rural roads with evocative local names like Sleepy Hollow Rd and Fools Acre Rd. Local history and genealogy are anchored by features such as Franks Cemetery and Road Cemetery, while numerous watercourses including Sizemore Creek and Fletcher Branch drain the wooded interior. The presence of Grove Hill in the southern portion further establishes the regional layout during the early 21st century.