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2011 Map of Rob Roy

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Rob Roy
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Arkansas River carves a complex path through Jefferson County in this 2011 survey, defining a landscape shaped by both natural hydrology and human engineering. The river's serpentine course is marked by significant features like Sainte Marie Bend and Yell Bend, while the Rob Roy Shoal indicates the shifting navigation conditions of this vital waterway. Industry and transport are centered around the Pine Bluff Port and the Rob Roy Bridge, reflecting the area's continued reliance on the river for commerce.

Local genealogy and settlement patterns are preserved through numerous community landmarks, including Saint Lukes Cemetery, Washington Cemetery, and Cottonwood Cemetery. Small rural hubs such as Rob Roy, Haywood, and Ellison are linked by a network of drainage systems like Flat Bayou and the Waterloo Drainage Ditch, illustrating the ongoing efforts to manage the low-lying terrain for agricultural and residential use.