2020 Map of Auvergne

About this map

Auvergne and the southern outskirts of Newport anchor this landscape in Jackson County, where the agricultural flats are defined by an intricate network of drainage ditches and bayous. The eastern edge is shaped by the winding Cache River, while internal drainage is managed by features like the Cypress Cr Ditch and Locust Cr Ditch. This geography reflects a long history of water management to support the local farming economy, punctuated by small crossroads communities such as Remmel, Johnstown, and Erwin. Genealogists will find several burial sites preserved across these sections, including the Johnstown Cemeteries and Sand Hill Cem. Aviation history is represented by the Haigwood Landing Strip situated near the northern boundary, illustrating the integration of air transport into this rural setting. The prevalence of sloughs, such as Turkey Slough and Overcup Slough, reveals the naturally low-lying character of the terrain before the development of the extensive ditch system.