1947 Map of Kinlock Spring

About this map

William B Bankhead National Forest defines the geography of this mid-century survey, where the Tennessee Valley Divide snakes across the northern hills. The landscape reflects a mix of small-scale agricultural settlement and federal conservation efforts, with the Black Warrior Wildlife Management Area occupying the northeast corner. Cultural landmarks like St Paul Ch, New Bethlehem Ch, and the Posey Mill Cem are clustered near the ridge roads, while aviation history is noted by Lakeman Field and a separate Landing field. An insight into the era's infrastructure is found in the presence of the Kinlock Lookout Tower and an abandoned CCC Camp, marking the transition of the Civilian Conservation Corps' legacy into the modern forest service era. Rural communities like Littleville, Martintown, and Forkville are connected by the historic route of Byler Road.