1949 Map of Townley

About this map

Townley and the surrounding mining landscape of Walker County define this 1949 survey, which highlights a region heavily shaped by mineral extraction and the St Louis San Francisco RR. The map illustrates the expansion of extensive Strip Mine operations that cut through the topography around Lost Creek and Cane Creek. These industrial features contrast with the established rural infrastructure of the mid-twentieth century, including numerous family and community landmarks such as New Hope Ch, Union Hill Church, and Beech Grove Church. The presence of the Palmer Sch and several small cemeteries like Manasco Cem and Easy Cem provides a detailed look at the social fabric of these small settlements before later industrial and highway developments further altered the terrain. The corridor along the Bankhead Highway serves as a primary artery connecting remote communities like Cedrum and Pocahontas.