2014 Map of Manchester

About this map

Lewis Smith Lake and the southern fringes of the William B. Bankhead National Forest define the northern reaches of this Walker County landscape. The terrain is deeply carved by water, with Blackwater Creek and its many tributaries, such as Charlies Cr and Crooked Cr, winding through the hills. This network of waterways is crossed by several named structures, including Johnsey Bridge, Harris Bridge, and Shields Bridge, which connect the small rural communities of Manchester, Thach, and Marigold. At the southern edge, the map transitions into the more developed outskirts of Jasper, where the Walker County Airport-Bevill Field sits as a modern landmark. For genealogists, the map is a primary source for locating family burials at small rural plots like Old Bennett Cem, Gaddy Cem, and Edgil Grove Cem, reflecting the deep-rooted settlement patterns of the area.