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2014 Map of Buffalo City

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Buffalo City
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The confluence of the Buffalo River and the White River anchors this North Central Arkansas landscape, marking a historical focal point for river travel and early settlement. Buffalo City sits at this significant junction, while the nearby site of Old Buffalo reflects the shifting nature of riverfront communities in Marion County. The terrain is characterized by steep bluffs and deep hollows, including Stair Bluff and Cook Hollow, which overlook the winding watercourses.

Genealogists and local historians can locate several family burial grounds, such as Nelson Cem near Buford and Haskell Cem situated on the slopes of Hip Mtn. The river economy of a bygone era is evident through river crossings and landmarks like Goodmans Ford, Birds Ford, and the rapid waters of Campbells Shoal. This map also details the extensive protected lands of the Ozark National Forest and the Buffalo National River, preserving the wilderness surrounding established points like Cartney and Hand Valley.