2014 Map of Mantua

About this map

The Sipsey River meanders across the border of Pickens and Greene Counties, defining the rural character of this West Alabama landscape. Small communities and family settlements are connected by a network of county roads, including Benevola, Mantua, and Union. The presence of numerous historical burial grounds, such as Bethesda Church Yard Cem, Manatua Cem, and Hopewell Cem, indicates a deeply rooted local history and provides significant value for genealogists tracing families from this region. The terrain is drained by several named tributaries, including Brush Cr and Little Cr, which cut through the wooded hills. Modern infrastructure follows established patterns, with routes like CR-208 and CR-60 linking the dispersed residents to larger centers while preserving the traditional layout of the area's agricultural and forest lands.