2018 Map of Morton

About this map

Morton serves as a central hub in Scott County, where the grid of town streets meets the expansive timberlands of the Bienville National Forest. The landscape is defined by the headwaters and tributaries of several drainage systems, including the westward-flowing Pelahatchie Creek and the southern reaches of the Strong River. These watercourses, along with smaller bodies like Shadow Lake and Mill Pond, dictate the winding paths of rural routes such as Lindsey Rd and Old Hwy 80. Smaller community clusters like Independence and Stage are found in the southern half of the map, connected by roads that navigate the subtle rises between creek beds. For those documenting local families, several burial grounds are scattered throughout the area, including East Morton Cem, Walker Cem, and Line Creek Cem, which often represent the early centers of settlement for these rural Mississippi communities.