1953 Map of Spring Hill

About this map

Spring Hill College and the surrounding neighborhoods west of Mobile represent a landscape in transition, where established institutional grounds meet expanding mid-century residential developments. The area is defined by its numerous small communities like Orchard, Forest Hill, and Cottage Hill, many of which grew along historic corridors such as Howells Ferry Road and the Illinois Central Gulf rail line. Public infrastructure and civic services are prominent features, including the Mobile Waterworks, a Fish Hatchery, and the County Sanitarium.