1984 Map of Central

About this map

Agricultural development and water management define this portion of Cross County during the early 1980s. The landscape is characterized by an extensive network of drainage and irrigation, including the prominent Irr Canal and various siphons that traverse the low-lying terrain. The L'Anguille River meanders through the eastern section, joined by smaller waterways such as Black Fork and Brushy Creek. This area, photographed in 1980 and field-checked in 1982, shows the rural community of Central and the settlement of Tilton at a time when the region's economy was deeply tied to its hydrology and soil. Local genealogists and historians can trace the paths of First Creek and Second Creek as they intersect the township lines of T 9 N, T 8 N, and T 7 N, illustrating the cadastral organization of these Arkansas wetlands.