2015 Map of Richey

About this map

Richey and Murphy anchor this portion of the Mississippi Delta, a landscape defined by the intricate meandering of the Big Sunflower River and a dense network of bayous. The map captures the geography of Washington County, Humphreys County, and Sharkey County where they converge in a region of low-lying wetlands and agricultural tracts. Notable water features like Free Negro Bayou, De Viney Bayou, and Straight Bayou trace the old drainage patterns of the Delta, while names like Kongo, Bommers, and Auter mark localized centers of activity along the river's edge. The presence of Little Basin and Big Basin highlights the characteristic oxbow formations and hydrologic complexity of the river plain, illustrating the historical reliance on these waterways for both drainage and transportation.