Lower Peach Tree, Alabama
Lower Peach Tree is an unincorporated community in Wilcox County, Alabama, United States. Lower Peach Tree is the oldest European settlement in the county. Due to its proximity to the Alabama River, Lower Peach Tree was a major cotton shipping port during the 19th century. As of 2010, only the post office, a country store, and a historic United Methodist Church are actively used. There are many dilapidated buildings, including an old school.
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