1964 Map of Ladd

About this map

The southeast edge of Pine Bluff and its rural hinterlands are captured in this mid-century survey, documenting a landscape where urban expansion meets the meandering waters of the Arkansas River. The transition from city streets to the alluvial plains of Plum Bayou is marked by a dense network of country churches and small schools, reflecting the dispersed nature of local agricultural communities. Aviation and industrial infrastructure are prominently featured at Grider Field and various radio facilities, while the river's influence is seen in the levees and the industrial Tailings Pond near Boyd Point.