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2012 Map of Merrill

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The confluence of the Chickasawhay River and the Leaf River forms the headwaters of the Pascagoula River near the small community of Merrill. This river system defines the local geography, creating a landscape of oxbows and secondary channels such as Smith Dead River, Cochran Dead River, and the curiously named Booger Hole Slough. The area is characterized by these complex waterways and the lowlands surrounding Toms Cr and Big Cr, which have historically shaped the settlement patterns of Bexley and Crossroads.

Family history is well-preserved across the territory through numerous small burial grounds, including the Pipkins Cem, Eubanks Cem, and Woodard Cem. Infrastructure like the Pascagoula River County Road 123 Bridge and the Merrill Boat Ramp highlights the river's ongoing role as a focal point for transportation and recreation. To the south, the Central Lookout stands as a notable landmark overlooking the timber-rich lands typical of this portion of George County.