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2020 Map of Indianola

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Indianola
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Big Sunflower River meanders through this portion of the Mississippi Delta, anchoring a landscape defined by its intricate water systems and established agricultural grid. The city of Indianola serves as the primary hub, where the Sunflower County Courthouse stands as a central landmark amidst a network of residential streets and civic sites. The surrounding countryside is woven with numerous named waterways, including West Prong Indian Bayou, Beaver Dam Bayou, and Shepherds Bayou, reflecting the hydrologic complexity of the region.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant value in the distribution of burial grounds across the quadrangle, from the Indianola City Cem and Riverside Cem near the city center to the outlying Lakewood Cem and Union Grove Cem. The settlement of Heathman sits to the west along the rail corridor, while the Indianola Municipal Airport marks the transition toward more industrial land use. This survey illustrates the modern configuration of Sunflower County, balancing its identity as an administrative seat with its deep-rooted Delta character.