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1971 Map of Jemison East

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Jemison East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

The Louisville and Nashville railroad corridor anchors the settlement pattern of this central Alabama landscape, running northwest to southeast through the communities of Jemison and Thorsby. This industrial spine is mirrored by the path of Alabama 31, illustrating the region's reliance on these primary transportation arteries for growth. The surrounding countryside is dotted with numerous small country churches and family burial grounds, such as Cedar Springs Ch and the Rocky Mount Cem, which serve as vital markers for genealogical research in Chilton County.

Water and terrain define the eastern reaches, where Chandler Mountain rises above the winding path of Yellow Leaf Creek. The presence of several Gravel Pits and the Union Grove Lookout Tower indicates a landscape shaped by both resource extraction and forest management. Further south, the community of Lomax sits near the confluence of local streams and rails, while landmarks like Mineral Springs highlight the area's natural features.