1983 Map of Stiggings Lake

About this map

Ft Stoddard sits along the western bank of the Mobile River, serving as a focal point for this intricate riverine landscape on the Mobile and Baldwin county line. The area is characterized by a dense network of water bodies and marshlands, where the Tensaw River and Mobile River diverge into numerous sloughs and lakes, such as Stiggins Lake and Gumbo Lake. Traces of earlier history are evident at Old Ft Stoddard and the Indian Mound located on Mound Island, indicating long-term human presence along these waterways. Local community life is centered near the riverbanks at Mt Olive Ch, Pine Grove Ch, and Belsaw Sch. The map also documents a series of river access points, including Meathers Landing, Bryant Landing, and Rice Creek Landing, which emphasize the historical importance of water-based transport and fishing in this delta environment.