2018 Map of Wattsville

About this map

Shoal Creek Mountains and the Beaver Creek Mountains define the north-south ridges of St. Clair County, creating a series of narrow valleys where agriculture and small settlements take root. This 2018 survey reveals a landscape shaped by both its geology and its transportation infrastructure, most notably where the Hardwick Tunnel pierces through Backbone Mtn near the community of Hardwick. The map documents a cluster of traditional burial sites and church grounds, including Popes Chapel Cem and Harkeys Chapel Cem, which anchor the local history of communities like Coal City and Wattsville. Water features such as Broken Arrow Cr and Beaver Creek wind through the lowlands, while landmarks like Chimney Rock and Bowlin Bluff stand as prominent markers along the ridgelines near Watson Gap.