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2020 Map of Crowder

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Crowder
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The confluence of river systems and man-made alterations defines this portion of the Mississippi Delta, where the Tallahatchie River and Old Yocona River meet. The landscape is characterized by a complex network of hydrological features, including numerous oxbows and cut-offs that speak to the region's history of water management and land reclamation. Notable among these are Marks Cut-Off, Morning Star Cut-Off, and Willow Lake Cut-Off, which represent systematic efforts to straighten the winding delta waterways.

Settlement patterns follow the higher ground and road networks, with the town of Crowder positioned at the intersection of Panola and Quitman counties. Smaller communities like Mims and Allen are situated along key corridors such as Dummy Line Rd and Riverside Rd. The map reveals the intricate patchwork of lakes left behind by the shifting rivers, including Shanker Lake, Twin Lakes, and Blue Lake, providing a clear picture of the modern topography and agricultural infrastructure in this river-dependent region.