1944 Map of Wilmer

About this map

The Escatawpa River defines the western boundary of this landscape, separating the borderlands of Mississippi and Alabama during the early 1940s. Centered on the community of Wilmer, the terrain is heavily dissected by a network of creeks including Puppy Creek, Big Creek, and Collins Creek. This rural district is characterized by its dispersed community infrastructure, featuring local landmarks like the Luce Fire Tower and several remote schoolhouses such as Moffet Sch and Stringfellow Sch. The map reveals the early settlement patterns of northwest Mobile County, where small gathering points like Semmes and Georgetown are anchored by their respective churches and burial grounds. Fording points and river crossings are noted by structures like Howell Bridge, while the lowland areas are marked by marshy depressions such as Dean Bay and Waters Bay.