2012 Map of Delta City

About this map

The alluvial landscape of Sharkey County is defined by the winding course of Deer Cr and the Big Sunflower River, which anchor a network of small agricultural communities and family-named landmarks. Settlements such as Delta City, Nitta Yuma, and Panther Burn are connected by a grid of rural roads and drainage bayous, reflecting the region's deep ties to the land. The presence of several historic burial grounds, including Mount Zion Cem, Vickland Cem, and Fish Lake Cem, offers significant research value for genealogists studying the local families of these Delta hamlets. While modern infrastructure like Fish Lake Rd and Durst Rd crisscross the territory, older features like the Old Rail Rd near Shraderville point to the area's former transportation corridors. The map also captures several post offices, including the Po at Delta City, which served as vital community hubs for the surrounding farmsteads.