2020 Map of Sykes

About this map

Linton and Sykes anchor this portion of Clarke County, where the landscape is defined by an intricate network of waterways draining toward the larger Buckatunna Creek. The map documents a rural Mississippi environment shaped by timber and agriculture, crisscrossed by a grid of county roads such as Linton Rd and Brushy Creek Rd. Settled life is marked by the presence of Elim Cem and Pine Grove Cem, providing valuable touchpoints for family history researchers tracking local lineages. Notable crossings like Davis Bridge over Long Cr and Slay Bridge illustrate the importance of these specific points for local navigation. The terrain is deeply textured with small drainages including Indian Cr, Rattlesnake Cr, and Tallabogue Cr, reflecting a traditional Southern creek-bottom geography where roads often follow the subtle ridges between these winding watercourses.