2012 Map of Tunica

About this map

Mississippi River bends and oxbows dominate this river-delta landscape, where the shifting waters have carved out features like Mhoon Bend and Fox Island Bend. The town of Tunica sits inland from the current riverbank, supported by smaller waterways such as McKinney Bayou and White Oak Bayou. The map reveals a dense network of local cemeteries including Oakwood Cem, Saint Johns Cem, and Crystal Springs Cem, which provide significant points of interest for genealogical research in this part of the Delta. Settlements such as Austin and Evansville are situated near the banks of Tunica Lake, while the modern Tunica Airport marks the growth of regional infrastructure. Navigation and flood control remain central to the geography here, evidenced by the Mhoon Bend Revetment and the extensive Levee Rd system that parallels the river's path.