1946 Map of Hackleburg

About this map

The Illinois Central Railroad serves as a primary corridor through this section of the Alabama uplands, anchoring the town of Hackleburg. This survey captures the rural landscape shortly after World War II, revealing a dense network of family cemeteries and community landmarks such as Lawler Cem, Grissom Cem, and Lower Cem. The winding course of Bear Creek defines the local topography, featuring notable crossings like Prices Bridge and Military Bridge, the latter connected to the historic Military Road. Small agrarian settlements and centers of local life appear throughout the hills, including Nix Mill, Duketon, and Wiginton. The map provides excellent genealogical detail, marking numerous country churches like Adams Chapel and Antioch Ch, alongside schools such as Bullrock Sch, illustrating the dispersed settlement patterns of northwestern Alabama during the mid-20th century.