2020 Map of Industrial

About this map

Industrial and Talisheek anchor a complex riverine environment where the West Pearl River and Pearl River Canal define the border between Mississippi and Louisiana. This 2020 survey reveals a landscape deeply tied to the shifting waters of the Pearl River system, characterized by an intricate network of sloughs, bayous, and islands. Longstanding family and community connections are evident in the numerous small burial grounds, including Thomas Cem, Parker Cem, and Hebron Baptist Cem, which sit adjacent to early aviation sites like Fokker Field. The mapping of features like Walkiah Bluff and Stewarts Bluff highlights the distinct elevation changes that have historically provided dry ground amidst the wetlands of Pechochan Swamp and Old Mud Swamp. The concentration of private landmarks, from the Cajun Hunting Club to named points like Nicks Point, reflects the area's continued use for timber, transit, and recreation in the early 21st century.