2015 Map of Skene

About this map

The agricultural landscape of Bolivar County, Mississippi, is defined by an intricate network of drainage bayous and sloughs centered around the settlement of Skene. This area of the Delta showcases a pattern of roads that often follow the meandering paths of waterways like Bogue Phalia and Icy Bayou, or adhere to the strict section lines of the Public Land Survey System. The presence of Litton and Laughlin illustrates the dispersed nature of local centers in this region, while the Mount Zion Cem serves as a vital landmark for genealogical research. A notable detail is Dummy Line Rd, a name that frequently indicates the route of a former logging or plantation railroad, reflecting the historic timber and cotton economy that shaped the local geography before modern consolidation.