2017 Map of Umpire

About this map

The Saline River and its various tributaries, including the S Fork Saline River and E Saline Cr, define the drainage patterns of this portion of the Ouachita National Forest. Settlements such as Umpire and Mineola serve as local hubs in a landscape heavily marked by timber access roads, including an extensive network of Weyco routes. At the northern edge, Shady Lake provides a distinct water feature within the forest boundaries. Local history is anchored by numerous small burial grounds dispersed across the townships, such as Cedar Hill Cem, Section Cem, and Union Cem, which often represent the only remaining physical markers of early community centers in this timber-rich region. The map also traces the boundary between Polk and Howard Counties, showing how the topography of ridges like Battle Hill influenced early road placement.