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2020 Map of Greenville

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Greenville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Mississippi River defines the western edge of this landscape, its power etched into the earth through features like Miller Bend, Bachelor Bend, and the expansive Archer Island. This delta environment is a complex network of active and former channels, including the Tarpley Cutoff and Blue Hole Lake, where the river's historical path has been engineered for navigation and flood control. Along the eastern banks, the city of Greenville serves as a significant regional hub, its grid anchored by the Washington County Courthouse.

The cultural geography of the region is deeply rooted in the varied communities of Washington County. The presence of the Jewish Cem and Chinese Cem reflects a diverse heritage often overlooked in typical delta narratives. Connectivity is maintained by the Columbus and Greenville RR and a dense network of roads such as Levee Rd and Metcalfe Rd, which link the main city to outlying settlements like Winterville and Metcalfe.