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1948 Map of Abbott

Name: 1948 Topographic Map of Abbott
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1948
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1948

About this map

Abbott and Mansfield serve as central points in this mid-century portrait of western Arkansas, where the landscape is defined by a series of prominent ridgelines including Black Jack Ridge and Coop Ridge. The Rock Island railroad corridor cuts through the valley, anchoring a rural economy that supported small settlements like Dayton and Pine Grove Valley. The map reveals the intricate drainage system of the area, from Petit Jean Creek in the south to Little Washburn Creek in the north.

Community life is traced through landmarks such as Crossroads School and various family-named sites like Cantrell Cemetery. To the south, the terrain becomes more formal and protected within the bounds of the Ouachita National Forest. This survey, compiled from 1946 aerial photography, captures the region's transition as timber and rail infrastructure integrated with the natural landforms of the Lewis and Sugarloaf districts.