2020 Map of Onward

About this map

The delta lowlands of Sharkey and Issaquena counties define this landscape, dominated by the sprawling conservation lands of the Theodore Roosevelt National Wildlife Refuge. The map reveals an intricate hydrographic network where Steele Bayou and Deer Creek meander through a patchwork of wetlands and agricultural tracts. Small communities like Onward, Kelso, and Smedes are linked by a grid of rural roads such as Summerall Rd and Atwood Rd, reflecting the region's enduring rural character. The presence of features like False River and Newsom Bayou highlights the complex natural drainage patterns characteristic of the Mississippi Delta. This survey captures the intersection of federal wildlife management and local agricultural life as it existed in the early 21st century.