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2018 Map of Lake Tangipahoa

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Lake Tangipahoa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Lake Tangipahoa sits as the central geographic focal point of this region, which straddles the line between Amite Co and Pike Co. The landscape is defined by the winding paths of the Tangipahoa River and Tickfaw River, with numerous tributaries like Jenkins Cr and Hurricane Cr carving through the terrain. Small communities such as McElveen, Irene, and Mixon anchor the rural road network, which is dominated by local routes like Old Hy 24 and Percy Quin Dr.

Genealogical interest is particularly high due to the density of family-named burial grounds scattered across the townships. From Josiah Powell Cem in the north to Sherman Cem and Mixon Cem in the south, these sites provide concrete links to the families who settled this part of Mississippi. The distribution of these cemeteries, including Rose Bower Cem and Harrell-Martin Cem, alongside the Unity Cem church site, reflects a long-standing pattern of family-centered rural settlement along the river valleys.