2012 Map of Richey

About this map

The Big Sunflower River defines the landscape of this Washington County region, its winding course punctuated by river crossings such as Murphy Ferry and Bommers Ferry. Small agricultural settlements including Richey, Bommers, and Murphy are scattered across a low-lying terrain etched with an intricate network of drainage ways like Big Widow Bayou and Straight Bayou. The map reveals the deep water-borne history of the Delta through features such as Hughey Point and the oxbow-like bends of Big Basin and Little Basin. An extensive grid of rural roads, including Pecan Grove Rd and Afro Domino Rd, connects these remote communities, reflecting a landscape dedicated to large-scale agriculture and water management in the early 21st century.