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1978 Map of Lake Tuscaloosa North

Name: 1978 Topographic Map of Lake Tuscaloosa North
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Lake Tuscaloosa dominates the southern landscape of this northern Alabama survey, where the winding North River feeds into the reservoir. The topography is defined by the river’s deep meanders, notably at Skelton Bend, and a network of named waterways including Turkey Creek and Cripple Creek. The rural community of Samantha serves as a local hub, with the Samantha (PO) marking the post office location.

Genealogists and local historians will find a high density of country churches and family burial grounds throughout the creek valleys. Notable sites include Old Prewitte Cem, Patterson Chapel, and Pole Bridge Ch. The map also preserves the site of Thomas Mill on the western edge, along with newer recreational developments like Treasure Island County Park Picnic Area. A Lookout Tower and Radio Tower on the eastern ridges overlook the dense woodland and the Tierce family land along Tierce Patton Farm Road.