2018 Map of Carnes

About this map

Pistol Ridge and the dense timberlands of the De Soto National Forest define the landscape of south Mississippi, where the borders of Pearl River, Forrest, and Stone counties converge. The small settlements of Carnes, Texas, and Young are connected by a network of rural roads that often bear the names of local families, such as Mable Ramsey Rd, Otho Davis Rd, and Joe Lee Rd. The area is notably characterized by its numerous family burial grounds, including the J E Bounds Memorial Cem, Lott Smith Cem, and Fairley Cem, providing a clear record of local lineage and the early families who settled along the tributaries of Red Creek. Seasonal waterways and branches like Poison Head Br, White Oak Br, and Hurricane Cr drain the low-lying terrain, which includes significant wetland areas such as Double Br.