2017 Map of Montgomery Island

About this map

Mississippi River meanders and oxbows define this delta landscape along the state line between Arkansas and Mississippi. This 2017 survey illustrates the complex hydraulic geography of the region, featuring prominent landforms created by the shifting river channel such as Montgomery Island and Big Island. The map documents numerous bends and cutoffs, including Scrubgrass Bend and the Montgomery Cutoff, which illustrate the ongoing evolution of the river's path. Local navigation and access are marked by Terrene Landing Rd and Levee Rd, providing infrastructure near the riverbanks. The survey also captures smaller water bodies and bayous that remain in the alluvial plain, such as Old Tar-Paper Shack Lake and Sixmile Bayou, alongside the Rosedale Cem near the southern boundary, offering specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians tracking the development of these riverfront lands.