1958 Map of Pell City

About this map

Pell City stands as a primary hub of activity in this mid-century survey, flanked by a network of industrial and residential developments like Avondale Village and Crestview Gardens. The landscape is defined by the Southern railroad corridor and the significant expansion of the Coosa River into Logan Martin Lake, which reshaped the southern portion of the quadrangle. Purple photorevised updates from 1972 illustrate the growth of the St Clair County Airport and new residential clusters near Glen City. Rural life remains visible through numerous family landmarks and rural institutions, including Bowman Cem, Lister Memorial Ch, and the high-elevation Mt Hillery Crossroads. This survey captures the transition of the region from a traditional rail-and-creek geography toward a landscape increasingly influenced by modern infrastructure and water management.