1978 Map of Sweet Water

About this map

Sweet Water serves as the primary hub of this Marengo County landscape, characterized by a dense network of family-named churches and cemeteries that anchor the rural community. During the late 1970s, the area maintained its traditional settlement patterns, with concentrations of activity around Dixons Mills and Marengo. The topography is defined by the winding course of Sweetwater Creek and its many tributaries, including Quinney Mill Creek and Little Mud Creek. The map reveals a high density of spiritual and educational landmarks, such as Wayne Memorial Ch, Jones Chapel, and the Dixons Mills Sch, reflecting the importance of local institutions in this part of Alabama. Genealogists will find particular value in the scattered burial grounds like Morrissette Cem, Dunning Cem, and Pruitt Cem, which are tucked away near timberlands and small water bodies like Lewis Pond.