2023 Map of Bryant

About this map

Industrial history and suburban growth converge in this Saline County landscape, where the legacy of mineral extraction is visible through settlements like Bauxite and Lignite. The presence of the Old Brown Mud Lakes south of Bryant indicates the region's long-standing connection to aluminum and coal production. In the northern reaches, Alexander Mountain overlooks the community of Alexander, while the Saline County Regional Airport anchors the central transport corridor. Local history is preserved in numerous burial sites, including the China Grove Cem and McPherson Cem. The drainage patterns of Hurricane Creek and its many tributaries, such as Briar Lick Branch and Emory Branch, define the low-lying areas between established neighborhoods like Shannon Hills and Sardis. This map documents a modern transition as traditional mining grounds and rural outposts like Pine Haven integrate into the expanding footprint of the capital region.