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2018 Map of Ohatchee

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

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

The Coosa River serves as the central artery for this region, winding through a complex landscape of ridges and impoundments where the waters of H Neely Henry Lake and Logan Martin Lake meet. The terrain is defined by the parallel elevations of the Beaver Creek Mountains and the Shoal Creek Mountains, creating distinct valleys such as Shoal Creek Valley and Beaver Creek Valley. These natural corridors have historically shaped local settlement patterns, from the northern centers of Rainbow City and Southside to the smaller communities of Ottery, Ohatchee, and Ragland further south.

Genealogists and local historians can find significant landmarks preserved across the landscape, including the Ten Island Cem near the riverbanks and Ragan Chapel in the southern reaches. The presence of Leota Shoals and various gaps, such as Fremont Gap and Phillips Gap, illustrate the topographical challenges and navigational points along this stretch of the river. The map also records numerous water bodies like Lules Lake and Ottery Cr, which contribute to the intricate drainage system feeding into the main river channel.