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1964 Map of Tiptonville

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Tiptonville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

The Mississippi River and the complex wetlands of Reelfoot Lake dominate this landscape, illustrating the intricate boundary between Tennessee, Kentucky, and Missouri. This map captures the region at a time when the Illinois Central Gulf railroad served as a primary artery for small agricultural communities like Phillippy and New Markham. The river's historical shifts are evidenced by landforms such as Island No 10 and Winchester Towhead, reflecting the dynamic nature of this alluvial plain.

For genealogists and local historians, the sheet identifies numerous community anchors including Mt Zion Ch and St Johns Ch, alongside cemeteries like Cronanville Cem and Free Will Cem. The inclusion of the Reelfoot State Wildlife Management Area and Reelfoot Lake State Park highlights the transition from early settlement patterns at Proctor City and Cates toward the conservation of this unique riverine ecosystem.