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1939 Map of Henrico

Name: 1939 Topographic Map of Henrico
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1943
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1943

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The White River Migratory Waterfowl Refuge dominates this riverine landscape at the junction of Arkansas, Desha, and Phillips counties. The intricately braided channels of the White River and Lagrue Bayou define a region of dense cypress sloughs, including Cypress Lake and Prairie Lake, where meander lines dating back to 1837 and 1847 mark the shifting nature of the delta. Small rural communities like Henrico and Snow Lake are linked by the Missouri Pacific railroad, which runs through the southeastern portion of the quadrangle.

Genealogists will find significant local landmarks such as Henrico Cem, Thompsons Cem, and the Grum Grove Cem. The presence of several combined facilities like the Fairview Ch & Sch and specialized sites like Williams Sch and Malcolm Sch illustrates the dispersed settlement pattern typical of the era. Landmarks such as Mays Bluff and the noted Head of Navigation on the bayou provide insight into the historical transportation and shipping limits of this flood-prone territory.