2015 Map of Senath

About this map

The Saint Francis River serves as the prominent natural boundary between Arkansas and Missouri in this Bootheel region study. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of drainage and former river paths, including the Old Channel Varney River, Kinnemore Slough, and the Varney River Canal. These waterways underscore the history of land reclamation and agriculture that transformed this alluvial plain. The town of Senath stands as the primary hub, surrounded by family-named landmarks and historical infrastructure. Industrial sites like Mitchell Mill and Johnson Mill are located near the rural communities of White Oak and Austin. For those tracing family histories, several burial grounds are scattered across the region, from the centrally located Senath Cemetery and Lanier Cemetery to the more outlying McGrew Cemetery and Leonard Cemetery.