2015 Map of Independence

About this map

Lurline and Independence anchor a rural landscape in northern Mississippi defined by a dense network of country cemeteries and meandering watercourses. The terrain is deeply inscribed with family and local history, evidenced by burial grounds such as Mount Zion Cem, Hancock Cem, and Sandridge Cem. Small communities like Poagville, Bett, and Thyatira are linked by winding roads that follow the ridges between drainages. Significant hydrological features include Hickahala Creek in the south and the James Wolf Canal, which represent the natural and managed water systems of the region. This 2015 data reflects the enduring settlement patterns of Tate County, where isolated landmarks like Williams Field and Senatobia Lakes stand alongside established agricultural crossroads such as Antioch and Bowman.