2014 Map of Thomaston West

About this map

The town of Thomaston and the crossroads of Half Chance anchor this Marengo County landscape, defined by the winding course of Chickasaw Bogue and its numerous tributaries. Settled within a complex network of creeks including Sandy Br and Dry Creek, the area shows a distinct pattern of rural development focused around family and community landmarks. Genealogists will find a wealth of burial sites across the township, ranging from Saint Mathews Cem and Saint Peter Cem to the uniquely named Little Flanders Field Cem and Cades Chapel Cem. The transition from the more developed streets of Thomaston—including 2nd Ave and Coats Ave—to the open reaches near Hugo and Dayton illustrates the historical agricultural and timber-driven character of the Alabama Black Belt. Water features like Mitchell Lake and Whitley Lake further distinguish the low-lying terrain near the creek beds.