2020 Map of Steele

About this map

Steele and its neighboring communities sit along the rugged divide between Etowah and St. Clair Counties, where the long ridges of Red Mountain and the Canoe Creek Mountains define the landscape. This modern survey illustrates the enduring rural character of the area, punctuated by small settlements like Gilbert and Ramsey. The terrain is characterized by deep valleys such as Beason Cove and Rocky Hollow, as well as significant topographic landmarks like the Chandler Natural Bridge on Chandler Mountain. Locally significant sites for genealogists include Deerman Chapel Cemetery, Shiloh Cemetery, and Gallant Cemetery. Water features are scattered throughout the quadrangle, ranging from the winding Big Canoe Creek and Clear Creek to managed bodies like Lake Rumac, Ezell Jenkins Lake, and Little Lake.