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1939 Map of Yokena

Name: 1939 Topographic Map of Yokena
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1942
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1942

About this map

The Mississippi River and Big Black River dictate the geography of this 1930s landscape, which spans the boundary between Warren and Claiborne counties. The map captures a period of significant river engineering, specifically noting the Diamond Cut-off 1933 and numerous revetments along Newtown Bend. Inland, the settlement of Rocky Springs stands as a focal point among a network of rural schoolhouses and churches that served the agricultural community, including the Hardscrabble Sch and Campbell Chapel.

Transportation is defined by the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley RR running parallel to the river, connecting riverside landings like Warrenton and Glass to the interior. The prevalence of named bayous and creeks, such as Hennessey Bayou and Paces Bayou, illustrates a flood-prone terrain where everyday life relied on crossings like Fishers Ferry. This survey provides a clear view of the land grants and family-named landmarks that shaped the region before modern highway development.