2021 Map of Hubbard Lake

About this map

The Mississippi River defines the landscape of this region, creating a complex geography of cutoffs, sloughs, and peninsulas where the boundaries of New Madrid and Fulton counties meet. This 2021 map documents the intricate riverine environment of the Missouri-Kentucky border, specifically the landlocked portion of Kentucky known as the Kentucky Bend. The area is characterized by a dense network of managed drainage, including Saint Johns Ditch and Mud Ditch, which support the agricultural tracts surrounding the small settlement at Knotts Bridge. Local heritage is anchored by sites such as Lake Chapel Cem, Adams Cem, and Whitson Cem, which are situated along the roads that navigate the low-lying terrain near Hotchkiss Bend and Donaldson Point. The prevalence of deep-water features like Hancock Hole and Ransburgh Hole highlights the dynamic nature of the river's historical channel shifts.