1982 Map of Vancleave

About this map

Vancleave serves as the central hub of this Mississippi landscape, situated just west of the sprawling wetlands and winding channels of the Pascagoula River. The map reveals a community defined by its proximity to water and its spiritual centers, featuring numerous local landmarks like Beulah Ch, First Baptist Ch, and Mt Pleasant Ch. Along the eastern edge, the river environment is characterized by a complex network of sloughs and lakes, including Polly Lake, Black Lake, and Sandy Slough, which were essential for local navigation and recreation at McCall Landing and Dees Landing Boat Ramp. To the south, the settlement of Evergreen and the Home of Grace sit near the junction of several bayous, reflecting the rural development of Jackson County in the early 1980s. For those researching local families, the presence of Ladner Cem and Carter Cem provides specific points for genealogical study.