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1891 Map of Batesville

Name: 1891 Topographic Map of Batesville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1942
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1942

About this map

The White River serves as the central artery of this 1890s survey, dictating the placement of early infrastructure and settlements across north-central Arkansas. The regional hub of Batesville is depicted at a critical juncture where the St. Louis Iron Mountain and Southern railroad meets the river, emphasizing its role as a transportation node. Along the river banks, numerous river-crossings such as Grigsby Fy, Greenbrier Fy, and Gainer Fy indicate a landscape where ferry transit was essential for commerce and travel.

Further inland, the map captures a rural network of small communities and family-named landmarks. Several towns are listed with multiple names, such as Barren Fork (Drytown) and Pleasant Plains (The View), providing invaluable data for genealogists tracing local history. The topography is defined by prominent points like Penters Bluff and Cave Point, while spiritual and social centers are noted at Bethesda Ch. and Eutopie Ch.