1964 Map of Des Arc West

About this map

Des Arc and its surrounding wetlands are the focus of this 1964 survey, which reveals a landscape defined by its proximity to the White River. The area is marked by an extensive network of waterways, including Wattensaw Bayou, Big Creek, and Whippoorwill Creek, illustrating the drainage patterns of the Arkansas Delta before significant modern alteration. Local history is grounded in small hubs like Fourmile Corner and Childers, while the northern portion of the map shows an Old Railroad Grade north of town, indicating a shift in transportation away from rail by the mid-1960s.