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1980 Map of Splinter

Name: 1980 Topographic Map of Splinter
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

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The boundary between Panola Co and Lafayette Co runs vertically through this rural Mississippi landscape, dominated by the rolling hills of Terrapin Mountain and the headwaters of numerous creeks. Along the northern edge, the southern extent of Sardis Lake is visible, with a Gaging Station monitoring Clear Creek. The area is characterized by a sparse settlement pattern of small communities and crossroads such as Splinter, Orwood, and Burgess, each connected by a network of winding country roads and trails.

Local history is preserved in the numerous community landmarks scattered throughout the hills. Genealogists will find interest in several rural congregations and burial sites, including Harrisonville Ch, Shady Grove Ch, and Sand Spring Ch. The landscape shows signs of utility and communications development during this era, noted by the presence of a Radio Tower View and Radio Tower (WMAV), alongside small-scale local industry like the Gravel Pit near Splinter Creek.