Poplar Ridge, Alabama
Poplar Ridge is an unincorporated community in Madison County, Alabama, United States. History
Poplar Ridge is named for a nearby ridge that was covered with tulip poplar trees. A post office operated under the name Poplar Ridge from 1874 to 1908. In 1874, it was documented as a township in Madison County, Alabama with a population of 611. Poplar Ridge was an election precinct. In 1880, testimony was given about election activities at the precinct during the investigation of a contested election. In the early 20th century the precinct had a little more than 1,000 residents. Education
The community was home to Poplar Ridge School. The school is commemorated with a historical marker. Poplar Ridge School opened in 1858. A neo-classical building was constructed in 1875 and held as many as 100 students. It was consolidated with New Hope High School in 1941. The school has also been used as a community center and voting place. Notable people
Canada Butler, former member of the Alabama House of Representatives. Grandfather of Samuel Riley Butler, for whom S. R. Butler High School was named for. James Edward Butler, son of Canada Butler and former member of the Alabama House of Representatives

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Unincorporated communities in Madison County, Alabama
Unincorporated communities in Alabama