2012 Map of Independence

About this map

Independence serves as the central hub of this northern Mississippi landscape, where rural life is defined by a dense network of family cemeteries and winding creek branches. Genealogists will find significant value in the distribution of burial sites like Mount Zion Cem, Fredonia Cem, and Jamison Cem, which are scattered throughout the agricultural plots. The terrain is deeply etched by watercourses, most notably the Hickahala Cr and its various tributaries including Buttermilk Cr and Lick Br Cr. Small crossroads settlements such as Lurline, Poagville, and Thyatira mark the transition between fields and timbered areas. This 2012 survey documents the modern layout of Tate County, including the location of Williams Field Airport and the expansive Sunset Memorial Garden near the southern boundary.