2020 Map of Gordo

About this map

Gordo and Reform anchor this rural landscape in Pickens County, where a dense network of country roads and family cemeteries reveals the deep-rooted settlement patterns of western Alabama. The map detail highlights numerous burial grounds that serve as vital records for genealogists, such as Holly Springs Cem, Old Trinity Cem, and Thrasher Cem. Small communities like Bell and Lathrop are situated among the winding headwaters of Bear Cr and Little Lubbub Cr. The terrain is defined by its many small branches and creeks, including the colorfully named Bad Luck Cr and Houten Br. These waterways, along with landmarks like Arbor Springs Cem, indicate a landscape where small-scale agriculture and timber have long shaped the local economy and social geography.