1983 Map of Franklinton

About this map

Franklinton sits as the central hub of this Washington Parish survey, positioned where the Bogue Chitto river winds past the town's grid. The landscape is defined by the winding river valley and numerous smaller tributaries like Mile Creek and Daniel Branch. This 1983 edition captures a dense network of family-named cemeteries and rural churches that reflect the area's genealogical depth, including Magee Cem, Stafford Cem, and Sweet Rest Cem. Small settlements such as Wildblood, Bickham, and Jenkins are connected by a web of local roads, while Bowling Green High Sch marks a key educational landmark for the parish. The map reveals the balance between the established town center and the surrounding rural communities like Bonner and Richardson, providing a clear view of the settlement patterns before modern expansion altered the rural character of the parish.