Carson, Mississippi


Carson is an unincorporated community in Jefferson [Davis County, Mississippi], United States. Carson is located on Mississippi Highway 42, southeast of Prentiss.

History

Carson was located in Covington County prior to the creation of Jefferson Davis County. A post office first opened under the name Carson in 1900.
Carson is located on the former Illinois Central Gulf Railroad, and once featured six general stores, two sawmills, and multiple lumber camps. The Longleaf Trace recreational trail was erected over the abandoned rail line in 2000.
On March 15, A violent EF4 struck the town. Tornado outbreak of [March 13–16, 2025#Kentwood, Louisiana/Tylertown–Bassfield, Mississippi]

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