2018 Map of De Soto

About this map

The Chickasawhay River meanders through this Clarke County landscape, defining the local geography alongside the settlement of De Soto. This 2018 survey documents a region deeply connected to its rural heritage, as seen in the numerous community burial grounds scattered across the townships, including De Soto Cem, Bethel Cem, and Center Ridge Cem. The river's influence on the land is evident in features like the McCormick Cutoff and the sharp turn at Martinere Bend. To the east, the open terrain of Sels Prairie stands in contrast to the dense network of creeks and branches, such as Shubuta Creek and Coonipper Cr, that feed the primary river system. This map provides a clear view of the transportation network, from the corridor of US Route 45 to the numerous county roads that link these long-established family and community landmarks.