The delta landscape of Desha County is defined by the winding course of Bayou Bartholomew and the agricultural grid north of McGehee. In this 2011 survey, the settlements of Tillar and Reed follow the primary rail and road corridors, surrounded by numerous small burial grounds that anchor the local genealogy. Notable sites include Bogue Pilgrim Cemetery, Loggy Bayou Cemetery, and Seven Star Cemetery, reflecting the area's deep-rooted family histories. The presence of Great Rivers Votech near the southern edge of the map indicates the region's educational infrastructure, while the distinct oxbow shape of Austin Brake illustrates the slow evolution of the local waterways. Aviation interests are represented by the Tillar Airport and the Flying G Ranch Airport, which flank the central farming operations.
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1935 · Cominto
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1935 · Rotan
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1935 · Red Fork
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1936 · McGehee
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1937 · McGehee
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1953 · Greenwood
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1955 · McGehee
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1956 · Greenwood
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1960 · Selma
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1960 · Collins
USGS Topo · 1:24,000