Canton Bend, Alabama
Canton Bend, once known simply as Canton, is an unincorporated community in Wilcox County, Alabama, United States.[1] Located on the south bank of the Alabama River, it served as the first county seat for Wilcox County from 1819 until its move to Camden in 1833.[2] It has several historic sites, including Youpon Plantation and the Tristram Bethea House.[3]
Canton Bend, Alabama | |
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  Canton Bend, Alabama Location within the state of Alabama  Canton Bend, Alabama Canton Bend, Alabama (the United States) | |
| Coordinates: 32.05347°N 87.34888°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Wilcox |
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code | 334 |
Geography
Canton Bend is located at 32.05347°N 87.34888°W and has an elevation of 213 feet (65 m).[1]
References
- U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Canton Bend, Alabama
- "History of Wilcox County, Alabama". Wilcox Area Chamber of Commerce. Wilcox Area Chamber of Commerce. Archived from the original on March 10, 2011. Retrieved April 3, 2011.
- "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. April 15, 2008.
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| City |  Map of Alabama highlighting Wilcox County | |
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