Edgewater Alabama Map

About Edgewater, Alabama

Edgewater is a locality in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States. It is a small community with a population of 670. The population density is 231.0 people per km². Edgewater is located at 33.5268°N, 86.9578°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 35224.

Edgewater lies in a landscape shaped by the subtle, persistent forces of the Appalachian foothills, a place where the earth breathes with a quiet resilience. It lies 8.6 miles north of Bessemer, AL (from Bessemer, AL: bearing 359°T), and is situated 9.0 miles west of Birmingham. Broadleaf trees, their canopies a riot of emerald and jade in the summer sun, climb the gentle slopes that cradle the community, their roots gripping the ruddy soil. Creeks, their waters clear and cool, thread their way through the terrain, whispering secrets over smooth stones and moss-covered logs, their paths reflecting the dappled, golden light that filters through the dense foliage. The air here carries a faint, earthy perfume, a blend of damp soil, decaying leaves, and the sweet, ephemeral scent of unseen wildflowers, a constant reminder of the natural world that presses in on all sides. This ground beneath Edgewater has witnessed a different kind of shaping, one etched by the persistent labor of generations drawn to its mineral wealth. Once, the deep hum of industry resonated through these valleys, a testament to the coal seams that fueled progress and built fortunes, leaving behind a legacy of sturdy, practical architecture and a populace grounded in hard work. While the mines may have quieted, a spirit of resourceful enterprise endures, finding new expressions in the small businesses that dot the landscape and the close-knit bonds that define Edgewater's character. The nearby waterways, once avenues for commerce, now offer serene escapes, their banks inviting quiet contemplation and the gentle unfolding of everyday life, a peaceful counterpoint to the echoes of a bustling past.

About This Edgewater Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Edgewater, Alabama with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Edgewater and Jefferson County.

Detailed location data for Edgewater includes the ZIP code (35224), telephone area code (727), county seat of Jefferson County (Birmingham), and school district assignment (Jefferson County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Edgewater is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.