2019 Map of Chewalla

About this map

Cypress and Chewalla anchor the southern reaches of this McNairy County landscape, where the lowlands are dominated by the extensive Cypress Creek Ditch and the winding Tuscumbia River. This 2019 survey documents a terrain defined by complex water systems, including the Dismal Swamp and Big Hill Pond Lake, which contrast with the higher elevations at Backbone Point. The map is particularly valuable for genealogical research, as it identifies several family-named burial grounds like Wooten Cem, Neatherly Cem, and White Oak Cem scattered across the rural countryside. Transportation patterns are marked by a network of local roads such as Butler Chapel Rd and Old Reed Schoolhouse Rd, reflecting the long-standing community hubs that have shaped this portion of Tennessee. The drainage of Caney Creek and its various branches illustrates the hydrological management common in this river-border region.