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2020 Map of Piggott

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Clay County Courthouse Eastern District serves as the focal point for the city of Piggott, situated in the northeastern corner of Arkansas along the Missouri border. The landscape is defined by the geological rise of Crowleys Ridge, which provides a distinct elevation contrast to the low-lying wetlands and drainage networks to the east. Several local burial sites, including Rocky Hill Cem, Gravel Hill Cem, and Little Flock Cem, are scattered across the terrain, reflecting the long-standing rural community structure of Clay County.

Water management and natural river paths dominate the eastern portion of the map, where the St Francis River forms a wandering boundary. The presence of Old River and Slough Drainage Ditch suggests a history of hydrological changes and land reclamation in this delta region. Points of interest like Chalk Bluff and Bass Island mark notable topographic and riverine features, while the proximity of the Piggott Municipal Airport and the settlement of St. Francis highlights the area's role as a regional transit and administrative hub.