1975 Map of Wetumpka SW

About this map

Wetumpka and the winding course of the Coosa River dominate this 1975 orthophotograph, providing a high-altitude visual record of Elmore County just north of Montgomery. Unlike a traditional line-drawn map, this aerial survey uses photographic imagery to reveal the literal footprint of the land, showing the dense forested bluffs and the development of the riverfront. The imagery captures the town as it appeared in the mid-1970s, highlighting the concentration of structures and street grids along the eastern bank of the river. For those researching local history or land use, the photograph offers an unfiltered view of the agricultural patterns and wooded tracts that defined the area's rural character during this era.