2017 Map of Sumpter

About this map

The Saline River forms a natural eastern boundary in this Bradley County landscape, where the rural settlements of Sumpter, Mount Olive, and Simpson are connected by a network of county roads. The terrain is defined by a series of south-flowing drainages including Snake Creek and Beech Creek, which carve through the timbered hills. For those researching local families, the map identifies several congregational centers and burial grounds, such as Mount Olive Cemetery and Pattsville Cemetery. The area south of Pattsville shows a transition into the more marshy lowlands near Halfway Creek, while the eastern edge near Smearny traces the river's winding path against the Drew County line. This 2017 survey reflects the persistent character of these small Arkansas communities, highlighting how historic place names like Simpson remain fixed on the landscape even as local infrastructure evolves.