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1958 Map of St. Joseph

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of St. Joseph
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

The Mississippi River defines the landscape of this region, shaping the border between Louisiana and Mississippi during the late 1950s. On the western bank, the town of St Joseph sits near the crescent of Bayou Bruin and Lake Bruin State Park, while the eastern shore is characterized by the Petit Gulf Hills and a dense network of bayous and creeks. The map provides a detailed view of the Illinois Central railroad corridor and the rural settlements that flourished along it, such as Lorman and Russum.

Genealogists will find significant value in the numerous family-named landmarks and historical sites, including the Windsor Ruins and Alcorn College. The area is dotted with local heritage sites like Mt Zion Ch, Waterloo Ch, and multiple cemeteries such as Oak Hill Cem and Laurel Hill Cem. The southern portion reveals the industrial footprint of an Oil and Gas Field near Mud Island and the South Fork of Coles Creek.