1970 Map of Nola

About this map

Lake Mary Crawford serves as a central landmark in this 1970 snapshot of the Lawrence County countryside, reflecting the area's recreational development alongside older agricultural patterns. The eastern edge of the survey captures the town of Monticello, where the Radio Tower (WMLC) stands near a concentration of local roads. Moving westward, the landscape transitions into a network of small settlements and rural congregations, including Mt Pleasant Ch, New Zion Ch, and Rock Hill Ch. The physical geography is defined by the winding course of the Fair River and numerous tributaries such as Bear Creek and Kings Creek. Infrastructure from different eras is visible side-by-side, from the active Gulf Mobile and Ohio line passing through Rosella to an Old Railroad Grade that speaks to former timber or transit routes. Extensive Gravel Pits are scattered throughout the hills, indicating the importance of local extraction industries during this period.