1963 Map of Onward

About this map

The Sunflower River and Yazoo River define the intricate hydrological landscape of this region during the early 1960s. The area is characterized by a dense network of bayous, including Newsom Bayou and Cane Bayou, which drain the low-lying alluvial plains. The Illinois Central Railroad serves as a primary transport spine, connecting small river settlements like Onward and Valley Park. Near the southern edge of the map, the industrial presence of the Haynes Bluff Cement Plant stands at the base of Haynes Bluff, marking a distinct shift from the surrounding agricultural and riparian terrain.