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2011 Map of Mount Carmel

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Mount Carmel
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Guntersville Lake and the winding Tennessee River dominate this modern topographical record, which illustrates the extensive shoreline development and recreational hubs along the northern Alabama waterfront. Residential enclaves such as Holiday Shores, Pinedale Shores, and Claysville are woven between complex inlets and ridges, reflecting the modern residential density of the region. The landscape is dotted with numerous family-named landmarks and cemeteries, including the Panquin Cemetery and Abel Cemetery, providing valuable data for genealogists tracing local lineage.

Infrastructure like the Guntersville Municipal Airport and several facilities like Williams Marina and Riverbend Marina highlight the area's transition into a regional transportation and leisure center. Notable natural features such as the Honeycomb Natural Bridge and the high elevations of Grassy Mountain and Bishop Mountain offer a clear picture of the dramatic relief that defines the margins of the river valley.