2012 Map of Mound Bayou

About this map

The settlement of Mound Bayou anchors the southwestern corner of this Bolivar County landscape, which is defined by an intricate network of waterways and agricultural section roads. The Hushpuckena River meanders across the northern boundary, while the Big Sunflower River winds through the eastern reaches, joined by tributary systems like Pecan Bayou and Beaver Bayou. This 2012 survey illustrates the intersection of traditional Delta topography with modern infrastructure, including Hwy 61 and its predecessor, Old Highway 61. Local family and community landmarks are preserved in the locations of German Lane Cem, New Hope Cem, and Zion Cem, which are situated along rural routes such as Moody Rd and Dorothy Rd. The map also reveals the persistent significance of the 16 Section Rd and 16th Section Rd markers, reflecting the enduring township-and-range surveying system of the Mississippi Delta.