1975 Map of Hyatt Gap, 1977 Print
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1975 Map of Hyatt Gap

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

The ridge-and-valley terrain of Hyatt Gap takes center stage in this orthophotoquad, which uses aerial photography from 1975 to provide a literal view of the St. Clair County landscape. Unlike traditional line-drawn topographic maps, this imagery reveals the exact patterns of timber clearing, agricultural fields, and wooded slopes as they existed in the mid-1970s. The distinct geological folds of the Appalachian foothills are visible through the high-altitude photography, showing the relationship between the steep, forested ridges and the winding valley roads that navigate the gap. Produced in cooperation with the Soil Conservation Service, this document captures the land-use patterns of north-central Alabama before modern expansion, offering a clear record of the area's rural character and natural drainage systems.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1975
Date Published1977
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.6 x 26.9 inches

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