Mulberry Fork mill town
Cordova steel buildings along the Mulberry Fork
Cordova lies on the Mulberry Fork of the Black Warrior River, and RBC Buildings serves it from Blountsville.
We have one office, in Blountsville. We do not have an office in Cordova.
Rebuilding on river foothill land
Cordova had 1,728 residents in 2020 and sits along the Mulberry Fork in rolling Appalachian foothills. It was first called Dent or Dent's Place before Captain Benjamin M. Long renamed it in 1859.[2]
Foothill lots near a river fork often suit a shop or barn sited on higher ground. A steel building can be planned around the land you have.[2]
Cordova facts
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Indian Head Textile Mills of the Nashua Manufacturing Company shaped the town and closed after 1962, with more than 800 jobs lost.[2]
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On April 27, 2011, an EF3 tornado and an EF4 tornado struck the city.[2]
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Interstate 22 serves the city, along with two railways.[2]
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The Gilchrist House is on the National Register of Historic Places.[2]
Cordova questions
General information. Every project is different, so call us about yours.
Can I build a shop near the Mulberry Fork?
Lots near the river can have extra limits. Contact the county or city office on your lot, then plan the building.[2]
Is a metal roof a fit for a home after storm damage?
Many owners consider metal roofing and siding when replacing roofs. Ask about product details and ratings.[2]
Could a barndominium work on a former mill town lot?
It may, depending on the lot and utilities. Check lot history and local permits first.[2]
Plan a Cordova build with RBC
Call (205) 429-4411 to talk about a building for your Cordova property.
Sources
Local details on this page come from these public sources, checked in October 2026.