1951 Map of Lockesburg

About this map

The Cossatot River and its intricate network of sloughs, including White Oak Slough and Sandy Slough, dominate the landscape of central Sevier County. This area shows a transition from the river bottomlands to the established settlements around Lockesburg, where the De Queen and Eastern railroad tracks run through the community. The map provides a detailed view of the rural social fabric of the mid-20th century, recording the positions of several country churches such as Mt Carmel Ch, Mt Ida Ch, and Old Bellville Ch. Local landmarks like Russey Lake and smaller hamlets like Melrose and Bellville suggest a dispersed agricultural population supported by the river and rail corridors. Further south, the Paracifta River and Woolsey Creek define the drainage patterns, while the Red Colony roadway serves as a primary local artery.