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2012 Map of Mayna

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Mayna
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Black River meanders through the heart of this alluvial landscape, defining the boundaries of communities like Mayna, Glade, and Eva. The terrain is characterized by a complex network of waterways, including Black River Lake, Cynthia Bayou, and Buttonwood Slough, which reflect the historic drainage patterns of the Mississippi Delta. In the early 2010s, this area remained largely defined by its rural character and the extraction of natural resources, as evidenced by the Scott Bayou Oil Field and the South Cynthia Bayou Oil Field.

For genealogists, the map is a dense record of local family history, preserving the locations of numerous small burial grounds such as Pecanty Cem, Matthew Cem, and the uniquely named Flowery Mound Cem. Transportation for the region's industry and residents is anchored by local landmarks like the Jonesville Lock Landing Strip and the James Curtis Landing Strip, while the massive Levee Rd system stands as a constant reminder of the region's relationship with the river.