2024 Map of Grand Gulf

About this map

The Mississippi River defines the complex boundary between Louisiana and Mississippi in this modern survey, where the river's shifting path is marked by oxbows like Yucatan Lake and islands such as Togo Island and Middle Ground Island. The settlement of Grand Gulf serves as a focal point near the confluence of the Big Black River, an area characterized by wetlands, lakes, and drainage ditches including the Yucatan Ditch. Local history is preserved at the Grand Gulf Cem and Spring Hill Cem, while the presence of McKay Ferry and roads like Grand Gulf Rd highlight the enduring importance of river crossings and access in this flood-prone region. The landscape is a mix of low-lying wetlands like Dishroon Lake and higher ground such as Thompsons Bluff and Buck Ridge, illustrating the ongoing geological evolution of the lower Mississippi valley.