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2011 Map of Cornerstone

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Cornerstone
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Cornerstone and its surrounding agricultural lands are defined by the winding course of the Arkansas River and its intricate network of bayous and oxbow lakes. In this riverine landscape, small settlements like Sweden, Richardson, and Elmwood are situated among fertile bottoms crossed by Castor Bayou and Kings Bayou. The map reveals a high density of rural cemeteries, including Morning Star Cemetery, Elam Cemetery, and Saint Paul Cemetery, which often serve as the primary markers of local family history and vanished community centers.

Large water bodies such as the crescent-shaped Swan Lake and the expansive Old River Lake illustrate the shifting path of the river over time. Navigation and water management are prominent along the main channel, evidenced by Pool Three and the infrastructure near Lock and Dam 3 Rd. This survey provides a clear look at the early 21st-century road network, from Bayou Meto Recreation Rd to the numerous local routes serving family farms and landings.