1958 Map of Harpersville

About this map

Harpersville and Childersburg anchor this topographical study of the Shelby and Talladega County line, where the Coosa River forms a wide, sweeping arc at Cosper Bend. The landscape is a complex network of water and rail, with the Seaboard railroad and the Florida Short Route cutting across the terrain. Local genealogy is well-preserved through numerous rural landmarks like Abbot Springs, Gallups Crossroads, and Chancellor Crossroads. The map reveals the era's religious and social centers, including Mt Olive Ch, Providence Ch, and Klein Ch. Industrial activity is marked by a Strip Mine and several gravel pits, while the river's flow is captured just before it enters Lay Lake, reflecting the hydrological management of mid-century Alabama.