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2020 Map of Calion

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Calion
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Ouachita River defines the landscape of this region, meandering through a complex network of wetlands and backwaters. The town of Calion serves as a central point along the river, where the waters of Calion Lake and the Ouachita River meet near Crabapple Point. The river's influence is evident in the numerous sloughs and brakes that dot the lowlands, including Bangs Slough, Tupelo Gum Brake, and the Cross Current Slough.

Away from the riverbanks, the terrain is marked by small settlements and a high density of family and community burial sites, which are invaluable for genealogical research. Notable locations include Champagnolle, Ritchie, and Quinn, surrounded by historic resting places such as Champagnole Castleberry Cem, Bethel Church Cem, and Newton-Dunaway Cem. The confluence of Smackover Creek and the Ouachita River at Smackover Shoals further highlights the watery geography that has shaped the local community and its transport routes.