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2020 Map of Hightower

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Hightower
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Tallapoosa River flows through the northern reaches of this Cleburne County landscape, where the small community of Bell Mills sits near the riverbanks. The terrain is defined by significant ridges and peaks, most notably Turkey Heaven Mtn and Johns Mtn, which overlook a network of rural roads and creek valleys. This modern survey shows a region largely characterized by its topography and scattered local settlements such as Lecta and Hightower.

Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through several dedicated burial sites, including Fordham Cem, Wise Chapel Cem, and Crumbleys Chapel Cem. The settlement pattern follows the drainages of Verdin Cr and Knokes Cr, while larger landmarks like Bee Hill provide distinct navigational points. The map preserves the names of small crossroads like Trickem and Union Hill, documenting the enduring community structure of this Alabama hill country.