2020 Map of Stronghope

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Stronghope and Woolworth anchor this rural landscape along the boundary of Copiah and Lincoln counties. The terrain is defined by the branching drainages of Bahala Creek and its smaller tributaries, including Little Bahala Creek and Fords Cr, which carve through the wooded hillsides. This area is heavily dotted with family and community burial sites, indicating a long-standing settlement pattern tied to the land. From the Little Memorial Cem in the west to the Stronghope Cem in the northeast, these landmarks serve as vital points for genealogical research. The network of local roads, such as Beauregard Rd and Timberlane Rd, connects dispersed residences and small settlements like Sand Hill and Rafn. The density of named cemeteries, including Thompson Chapel Cem and Warren Cem, suggests a deeply rooted community structure that persists even as the larger centers of commerce remain beyond the immediate horizon.