2014 Map of Tensaw

About this map

The Alabama River carves a winding path along the western edge of this landscape, forming the natural border between Baldwin and Clarke counties. The settlement of Tensaw serves as the focal point for this rural region, where the terrain transitions from the river bottomlands to the elevated reaches of Montgomery Hill. Local history and genealogy are preserved at the Tensaw Memorial Cem and Tate Cem, while the road network reflects deep historical roots with names like Fort Mims Rd and Boatyard Rd. Numerous oxbows and waterways, including Southfield Lake, Silver Lake, and Wolf Gut, mark the river's historical shifts. The drainage systems of Majors Cr and Holley Cr further define the local geography, illustrating the interconnected relationship between the river and the surrounding timberlands and small-scale homesteads.