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2012 Map of Florence

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Florence
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Pearl River winds through a complex riparian landscape south of Jackson, defining the border between Hinds and Rankin counties. This 2012 survey illustrates the residential expansion radiating from the capital, where traditional settlements like Florence and Byram sit alongside newer developments such as Cleary Heights and Lakeland. The terrain is marked by significant riverine features, including Stewarts Bluff and Tucker Bluff, while a dense network of smaller waterways like Richland Cr and Steamboat Bayou intersect the local road system.

Local history is well-preserved through numerous family and community landmarks. Genealogists can identify several burial grounds including Florence Cem, McGowen Cem, and Smith Cem. The map also details a cluster of small lakes near the community of Cleary, such as Lake Cleary, Lake Ruth, and Lake Bonnie Webb, adjacent to the Reno Sportsman Lake. These features, combined with named locales like Warren Place and Taylorsville, provide a detailed view of the suburban and rural character of the region during the early 21st century.