My land climbs toward Green Mountain. Can a steel shop go on sloping ground?
Sloping lots need grading and a suitable foundation. Describe your slope and access and we will talk through the options.[2]
Flint River valley between two mountains
Steel buildings for Owens Cross Roads, between Green Mountain and Keel Mountain
Owens Cross Roads occupies a broad Flint River valley south of Huntsville, with mountains on either side. Here is what that setting means for a new building.
We have one office, in Blountsville. We do not have an office in Owens Cross Roads.
A valley town named for a crossing
Thomas J. Owens built his family home near an intersection of two roads, and the community took its name from it. The town was incorporated on October 9, 1967, and became a city on October 10, 2022.[2]
With 2,594 residents in 2020 and about 8 square miles in a valley, it blends rural parcels with homes. Many properties suit workshops, equipment sheds and barndominiums, subject to your site.[2]
Owens Cross Roads questions on valley and mountain land
General information. Every project is different, so call us about yours.
What should I know about building on former cotton land in the valley?
Flat valley ground is often easier for a pole barn or equipment shed. Drainage and soil are worth checking, and a local contractor or permitting office can advise.[2]
Since the town became a city recently, does that change who I ask about permits?
Check with the city or county office that covers your parcel before you plan. We cannot describe their requirements, but we can help with the building design.[2]
Can I get both a home and a barn designed together?
Yes, people sometimes plan a barndominium and a separate pole barn together. The overall layout depends on your acreage.[2]
Owens Cross Roads facts
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The city sits in a broad valley carved by the Flint River, with Green Mountain to the west and Keel Mountain to the east.[2]
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Cotton cultivation anchored the early economy, with diversification in the 1920s and 1930s.[2]
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A post office was established in 1861, and the town first appeared on maps in 1850.[2]
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Brazelton Cemetery is a landmark, and Hobbs Island is a nearby unincorporated community.[2]
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U.S. Route 431 passes through the community.[2]
Buildings that suit the Owens Cross Roads edge of Huntsville
Tell us about your Owens Cross Roads land
Call (205) 429-4411 to talk about a shop, barn or home in Owens Cross Roads. We are happy to listen, with no promises.
Sources
Local details on this page come from these public sources, checked in October 2026.