2014 Map of Moontown

About this map

The Flint River carves a central path through this Madison County landscape, separating the high elevations of Drake Mtn and Chestnut Knob from the fertile valley bottoms of Little Cove and Big Cove. This 2014 survey documents a region defined by its diverse terrain, where the aviation activity at Moontown Airport and Frerichs Airport contrasts with the long-established agricultural settlements of Berkley, Brownsboro, and Gurley. Genealogists will find a high density of family burial grounds, including King Cem, Dunkin Cem, and Nelson Chapel Cem, often tucked near historical crossings and coves. The map reveals an intricate network of water features like Hurricane Creek and Peevey Cr, alongside topographical landmarks such as Sublett Bluff and Salty Bottom, which illustrate the rural character persisting on the outskirts of Huntsville.