1956 Map of Greenwood

About this map

The Mississippi River carves a complex path through this mid-century Delta landscape, defining the boundaries of Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana. This survey highlights a region of intensive land management and conservation, featuring the White River National Wildlife Refuge and the Yazoo National Wildlife Refuge. The map reveals the intricate network of oxbow lakes, such as Lake Chicot and Lake Washington, which mark the river's historic migration across the floodplain. Industrial and civic footprints are prominent at the Greenville Air Force Base and the expansive State Penal Farm in the north.