2020 Map of Gilmore

About this map

Mulberry Fork and the Locust Fork converge in this riverine landscape along the boundary of Jefferson and Walker counties. The terrain is defined by dramatic river bends and deep hollows, such as Thompson Bend and Busby Hollow, which have shaped local settlement patterns for generations. To the north, Tailings Pond Number 2 near Maxine indicates the area's industrial history, while the central reaches of the river are dominated by Bankhead Lake. Local history and genealogy are preserved in sites like Heard Shoal Cem near Heard Shoals and Weaver Cem near Gilmore. The map details a complex network of landings and points, including Beavers Point and Fork Shoals, which served as vital river connections before modern infrastructure bypassed these traditional river-crossing locations.