1970 Map of Fordyce NE

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The Saline River winds through the eastern portion of this Arkansas landscape, creating a drainage basin fed by numerous tributaries including Grisly Creek, Finley Creek, and Gooley Creek. Along the riverbanks, river-crossings like Channings Ferry and the Canoe Landing indicate the historical importance of the waterway for local transport. The interior is dotted with rural community anchors such as Crossroads Ch, Rainbow Tabernacle, and Camp Springs Ch. Several family and community burial grounds, including Grace Cem, Seymore Cem, and Gum Grove Cem, are distributed near the winding roads and a central north-south Pipeline. In the southeast corner, the St Louis Southwestern railroad cuts across the terrain, reflecting the industrial connectivity of the era. The presence of numerous Gravel Pits and a Pumping Station further point to a mid-century economy based on resource extraction and utility infrastructure.