1971 Map of Russellville

About this map

The Southern railroad corridor and the Jackson Highway define the north-south axis of this North Alabama landscape, linking the growing city of Russellville with the smaller community of Littleville. The industrial character of the era is evident through numerous gravel pits, quarries, and extensive strip mines that mark the terrain between Bear Creek and Frazier Lake. Local history is preserved in a dense network of family and community landmarks, such as the Mountain Star Jr High School and several small cemeteries including Ramsey Cem and Tharp Cem. Residential expansion in the late 20th century is documented through subdivisions like Hester Heights and Woodlawn Heights, while the drive-in theater and golf course illustrate the social spaces of the mid-to-late century county seat.