2020 Map of Baxterville

About this map

Baxterville sits at the heart of this Southern Mississippi landscape, where the headwaters of numerous creeks and brakes define the local topography. This 2020 map illustrates the enduring rural character of the borderlands between Lamar and Pearl River counties. A notable geological marker is found in the name of Tatum Salt Dome Rd northwest of town, referencing the underground salt dome that played a unique role in 20th-century history. The area is heavily intersected by named water systems like Little Black Creek and W Houloochitto Cr, alongside swampy features such as Burni Reed Brake and Cowpen Reed Brake. Local history and genealogy are anchored by the Baxterville Cem and Myrtle Grove Cem, while the southern boundary reaches the edge of Lumberton, reflecting the timber-rooted economy that shaped these communities.