2011 Map of Woods Bluff

About this map

The Tombigbee River snakes through this landscape, defining a region where river transport once dictated the pace of life. Numerous named landings, bars, and shoals like Barneys Shoals, Cade Bar, and Grangers Bar underscore the historical importance of river navigation and commerce. The settlement of Woods Bluff sits near the Woods Bluff Shoal, while small rural communities like Rock Springs, Slater, and Failetown are connected by narrow county roads. In the southern portion of the map, Hatchet Cemetery and the settlement of Cunningham offer specific points of interest for genealogists tracing family roots in this corner of Alabama. The geography is heavily influenced by the drainage patterns of Bashi Creek, Turkey Creek, and Harris Creek, which cut through the terrain toward the main river channel.