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2018 Map of Newburg

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

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Newburg and the surrounding highlands of Franklin County are defined by a mix of agricultural clearings and the dense timber of the William B. Bankhead National Forest. This landscape is deeply marked by its topography, featuring prominent heights like Macedonia Mtn and Eckerberger Mtn which overlook complex drainage systems including Smith Creek and Mud Creek. The settlement pattern reflects a long-standing rural community structure, with numerous family and community burial grounds such as Sylvester Cemetery and Mount Pleasant Cemetery scattered along the ridge-top roads.

The Tennessee Valley Divide cuts through the southern portion of the area, a geographic boundary that separates the north-flowing waters from those heading toward the Black Warrior system. Local life is anchored by small clusters like Oak Grove and historical landmarks such as Hope Church. Industrial activity is represented by the Sand Pit near Newburg, while the rugged southern terrain is characterized by named hollows such as Stillhouse Hollow and Steele Hollow, suggesting the traditional uses of these secluded valleys.