River valley, Highway 79
Barns, shops and homes for the Locust Fork valley
Locust Fork sits on a bluff in an Appalachian valley, with Sand Mountain to the southeast. It is a growing town on Highway 79 with plenty of residential and rural lots.
We have one office, in Blountsville. We do not have an office in Locust Fork.
A valley town with room to build
Locust Fork had 1,192 residents in the 2020 Census and is a little under 4 square miles in size. The town was incorporated in 1977 and is named for a locust tree that General Andrew Jackson reportedly carved his name into in 1815.[2]
Alabama Highway 79 runs north and south through town, with Birmingham about 31 miles to the south. The article also notes strong residential growth here, as people move out from Jefferson County.[2]
For many properties in a growing valley town, the building question is often about a home, a shop or a barn on a lot with some room. If you are planning one of those, a pole barn or a barndominium may be worth discussing.[2]
Locust Fork at a glance
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The town sits on a bluff overlooking the Blackburn Fork of the Little Warrior River.[2]
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Early in the 1800s, Nick Hudson built a public inn for Tennessee farmers traveling through the area.[2]
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Locust Fork has an elevation of about 584 feet, with Sand Mountain to the southeast.[2]
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Interstate 65 is about 15 miles west and Interstate 59 is about 25 miles east.[2]
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Professional bass angler Gerald Swindle lives in Locust Fork, and the Locust Fork High School Lady Hornets won the 2016 to 2017 AHSAA 3A state championship.[2]
Questions from Locust Fork valley owners
General information. Every project is different, so call us about yours.
What building suits a homesite on the Highway 79 corridor?
Many people along a growing highway like this one start with a shop or garage next to the house. It depends on your lot and your plans, and a short call can help sort it out.[2]
I fish the river. Can I store a boat in a steel building?
A metal building can keep boats and trailers out of the weather. The size and doors depend on the boat, so tell us what you own when you call.[2]
Does a bluff or hillside lot change what I can build?
Sloped land can affect how a building sits and how the site is prepared. Ask the town or county building office about your parcel and talk with us about the design.[2]
Would a barndominium work for a new home near Locust Fork?
Some families like the open floor plans a barndominium allows. It depends on your budget, your site and local requirements, so start with a conversation.[2]
Let us hear your Locust Fork plans
Call (205) 429-4411 to talk about a shop, barn or home near Locust Fork. We are glad to answer questions with no pressure.
Sources
Local details on this page come from these public sources, checked in October 2026.