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2020 Map of Moro Bay

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Moro Bay
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Ouachita River snakes through the southern reaches of this landscape, defining the boundary between Bradley, Calhoun, and Union counties. Along these winding banks, historical river access points like Cotys Lndg, Pigeon Hill Lndg, and Careyville Lndg reflect a long-standing reliance on the waterway for transport and recreation. The interior is a complex network of wetlands and seasonal water bodies, including the expansive Bilbo Lake and the serpentine Romeo Cut, which speak to the shifting nature of the river's course over time.

Small upland settlements such as Moro Bay, Hilo, and Pigeon Hills provide a human anchor to the low-lying terrain. Researchers will find local history preserved at Hilo Cem and Oak Grove Cem, while the presence of Junior Camp suggests the area's continued use for seasonal gatherings. The terrain transitions from the low Pin Oak Flat and Paw Paw Slough to the higher ground of Cane Hill and Hurricane Ridge, illustrating the subtle elevation changes that dictated early settlement and road placement.