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2012 Map of Columbus South

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Columbus South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Columbus anchors the northern edge of this landscape, where the Tombigbee River winds through a complex network of wetlands and river landings. The presence of Old Westport Landing, Charter Landing, and Beckwiths Landing highlights the enduring importance of the river corridor for commerce and transit south of the city. To the east, the Mississippi University for Women and the Lowndes County Fairgrounds mark the edge of urban development as it transitions into the smaller clusters of Pinehaven and Dean Acres.

The terrain is defined by its water-rich geography, featuring the Luxapalila Cr and Luxapalila Shoal, alongside numerous cemeteries like Saint Matthews Cem and Saint Paul Cem that serve as vital markers for family historians. A intricate grid of rural routes, such as Lindsey Ferry Rd and Nashville Ferry Rd E, suggests a history of river crossings and local connectivity prior to the modern highway system.