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2018 Map of Greenwood Springs

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Greenwood Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Greenwood Springs and the surrounding Monroe County landscape are defined by a dense network of creek valleys and ridges where the Buttahatchee River winds through the southern portion of the quadrangle. Small settlements such as Splunge, Quincy, and Wise Gap serve as local hubs for a rural community connected by a web of named backroads like Splunge Rd and Old Quincy Rd. The map reveals a strong pattern of early settlement through its numerous family and community burial grounds, including McKinney Cem, Lann Cem, and Boggan Cem.

Surface drainage is intricate, with Splunge Cr, Kinney Cr, and Possum Cr carving deep into the terrain. The presence of Baker Cem and Crenshaw Cem near the river suggests the long-standing importance of the river valley for local families. These geographic details provide a clear picture of Northeast Mississippi's rural character, where the physical landform and road network have preserved the locations of historic community centers and family landmarks.