1971 Map of Maplesville West

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Talladega National Forest encompasses much of this West Alabama landscape, where the Bibb Co Chilton Co line divides a terrain defined by creek valleys and timbered ridges. The Southern railroad corridor anchors the eastern edge, serving the community of Maplesville and smaller rural nodes like Cox and Lawley. This era shows a transition between industrial activity and reforestation, evidenced by scattered Gravel Pits and the Radio Tower near the center of the sheet. Local life centers on rural landmarks such as Rehobeth Ch and Pleasant Grove Ch, while geographic features like Perry Mtn and Sand Mountain provide distinct vertical relief. The intricate drainage network of Oakmulgee Creek and Boggles Creek suggests a landscape long shaped by its many waterways.