2012 Map of McAfee

About this map

The Pearl River winds through the northern reaches of this central Mississippi landscape, defining the topography of Leake County near the small communities of Standing Pine and Freeny. The region is characterized by a network of rural settlements connected by roads such as Collier Ferry Rd and Estes Mill Rd, which hint at the historic river crossings and milling operations that once anchored the local economy. Genealogists will find a high density of documented burial sites, including Galilee Cem near Harmony and the Shackolo Cem in the eastern hills. The drainage patterns of Standing Pine Cr and Pottock Cr reveal the intricate hydrology of the area, while place names like Free Trade and Rosebud provide a glimpse into the localized identities of these long-standing rural hamlets.