2011 Map of Rivervale

About this map

The Right Hand Chute Little River and Left Hand Chute of Little River dominate this Northeast Arkansas landscape, carving complex channels through the alluvial plain. The engineering of the land is evident in the dense network of drainage canals, such as Ditch Number 53 and Ditch Number 4, which were vital for agricultural development in the Mississippi Embayment. Small communities and rail stops like Rivervale, Stier, and West Ridge align with the Burlington Northern Santa Fe tracks, reflecting the historical importance of the railroad in moving timber and crops from this fertile delta. Local history is anchored by sites like Hawkins Cemetery near Helfer Landing, while unique geographic features like Old River Island indicate the shifting nature of the river's path over time. This 2011 survey records a landscape where water management and transportation routes define the settlement patterns of the region.