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1951 Map of Graceville

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Graceville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1951
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

Graceville serves as the primary hub of this landscape, situated at the intersection of the Louisville and Nashville railroad and local trade routes. The surrounding rural area is defined by a dense network of water features and named hills, illustrating the intricate hydrology of the Panhandle before significant modern alterations. Landmarks such as Collins Mill and the whimsically named Hog and Hominy Road suggest a traditional agrarian economy tied to milling and livestock.

Genealogists will find a wealth of community centers, from the Poplar Springs Sch and Union Sch to numerous country churches like Liberty Hill Ch and Newhome Ch. The map captures the boundary between Florida and Alabama, showing how settlements like Noma and Noma Junction developed in the shadow of the state line. Topographical details reveal varied terrain from Murphy Hill to the wetlands of Richardson Bay, providing a precise look at the land's character at mid-century.