1958 Map of Kingston

About this map

The Mississippi River creates a dynamic western boundary for this mid-century landscape, where the shifting riverbed and cutoff channels like Glasscock Cutoff have shaped the alluvial lowlands. This survey illustrates the intricate drainage patterns of the Homochitto National Forest and the Tansy Island area, revealing a territory defined by its relationship with water and timber. The presence of numerous oil wells across the flats indicates the importance of petroleum extraction to the local economy during this era.