1955 Map of Coffeeville

About this map

Coffeeville serves as the focal point of this mid-century survey, situated at the junction of the Illinois Central Railroad and several regional roads. The landscape is dominated by the sprawling waters of Grenada Lake, a massive impoundment of the Yalobusha River and Skuna River. This hydraulic transformation is evident in the presence of Grenada Dam and landmarks such as Carver Point and Old Orchard Bay, which reflect the transition from riverine valley to reservoir. Away from the water, the terrain is dotted with small rural communities like Bruce Jct and Spearman. For genealogists, the map provides an exceptionally high density of rural landmarks, including the Indian Mound and numerous family-linked sites such as Hopewell Ch & Cem, Holissville Ch & Cem, and Martin Line Sch, documenting the social fabric of Yalobusha County before further modernization.