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1901 Map of Addington

Name: 1901 Topographic Map of Addington
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1901
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1901

About this map

The Chisholm Trail cuts a historic path through this portion of the Chickasaw Nation, marking a landscape shaped by the cattle industry and early territorial transport. This late-nineteenth-century survey captures the region just as the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific R.R. established a permanent corridor for trade and settlement. Prominent rail stops like Addington and Duncan are already established, with Stock Yards at Addington signaling the vital link between the open range and distant markets.

Beyond the rail lines, the map details a network of early roads, such as the Duncan and Davis Road, connecting smaller settlements like Woolsey, Loco, and Cornish. The intricate drainage systems of Mud Creek and Cow Creek define the topography, interspersed with landmarks like Monument Hill and Crooked Creek Tank. This document provides a foundational view of Indian Territory before Oklahoma statehood, documenting the transition from trail-based commerce to a fixed railroad economy.