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2018 Map of Mason Bend

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Mason Bend
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Forkland and the surrounding river bends of the Black Warrior River define this landscape on the border of Greene and Hale counties. The region is characterized by extensive wetlands and oxbow formations, including the sprawling Dollarhide Swamp and Mason Swamp. Several distinct "Quarters" such as Walden Quarters, Jackson Quarters, and Gilmore Quarters suggest the historical agricultural partitions of the area.

Transport and topography are closely linked to the river's edge, marked by features like McAlpines Bluff and Wolf Bluff. The presence of the McAlpin Ferry Rd points to historical river crossings that predate modern infrastructure. Local history is further anchored by several burial sites, including Erie Cem near Erie Bend and Creehill Cem further south. The map documents the intricate hydrology of the area, from the primary channel of Demopolis Lake to smaller tributaries like Creehill Cr and Needham Cr.