2015 Map of Bear Gut Bayou

About this map

The meandering Quiver River defines the landscape along the border of Sunflower and Leflore Counties in this detailed 2015 study. The territory is dominated by a complex network of Delta waterways, including the distinctively named Howling Wolf Bayou, Bear Gut Bayou, and Gin Bayou. These drainage patterns are interspersed with a grid of rural roads such as Itta Bena Rd and Romine-Morgan Rd, which connect remote family landmarks and agricultural holdings. Local history is anchored by the presence of Pleasant Valley Cem and Rock of Ages Cem, providing essential points of reference for genealogists. The land use is characterized by large-scale field divisions and specific topographical features like The Elbow, a sharp bend in the river that highlights the region's natural hydrology before it joins larger systems like the Roundaway Bayou.