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2011 Map of Prattville

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Prattville is characterized by its historical industrial roots and complex river geography as it appeared in the early 21st century. The map highlights the legacy of its founder at the Daniel Pratt Cemetery and the prominence of Gin Shop Hill, marking the area's early manufacturing heritage. The landscape is defined by the winding course of Autauga Creek and the expansive Alabama River, where features like Washington Bar, Gun Island Chute, and Duncan Bar illustrate the shifting riverbed and navigation challenges.

Suburban growth is evident in the residential clusters of Prattmont, Dosterville, and Willowbrook, while the Auburn University Prattville Experimental Field reflects the region's continued agricultural research. Numerous family and community burial grounds, including Oak Hill Cemetery and the Durdin Cemetery, provide essential points of interest for genealogists tracing local lineage. Waterfront activity remains a focal point near Jimmys Landing and Bills Marina, showing the modern utility of the ancient river corridor.