1975 Map of Yolande NE

About this map

Hueytown and the nearby community of Virginia are the primary focal points of this mid-1970s orthophotoquad, which uses aerial photography to document the evolving landscape of Jefferson County. The high-contrast imagery reveals a complex mix of industrial activity and residential expansion, particularly visible in the sprawling clearings and excavation sites that punctuate the wooded hills. The course of Valley Creek winds through the lower portion of the sheet, providing a natural reference point amidst the geometric patterns of modern road networks and land development. This specific survey, produced by the Geological Survey in cooperation with the Soil Conservation Service, offers a distinct visual record of the region’s topography before the intensifying suburbanization of the late 20th century, making it a valuable resource for tracing property boundaries and land use changes in the Birmingham area.