1953 Map of Margerum

About this map

The Southern Railway corridor and the industrial operations of the Alabama Asphaltic Limestone Company anchor the southern landscape of this mid-century survey near the state line. Centered on the settlement of Margerum, the map illustrates a transition from the heavy timber and intricate hollows of the Highland Rim to the expanded waters of Pickwick Lake. Residential development is evident in the emerging recreation spots along the shoreline, such as the Buchanan Peninsula Cabin Area and Aurora Springs Cabin Area, while older family roots are preserved at Douthit Cem and Crenshaw Cem. Topographical features like Buzzard Roost and Chalk Mine Hollow highlight the varied terrain, while the Natural Trace Parkway and a Dismantled Railroad reflect different eras of transport and passage through Colbert County.