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1901 Map of Addington

Name: 1901 Topographic Map of Addington
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1916
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1916

About this map

The Chisholm Trail cuts through the western half of the Chickasaw Nation in this survey conducted before Oklahoma achieved statehood. As a vital artery for cattle drives, the trail's path through the Indian Territory is meticulously documented alongside emerging infrastructure like the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific RR. The presence of the Stockyards at Addington highlights the area's role as a shipping point for livestock during the transition from open range to rail-dependent commerce.

Water sources define the landscape, with Mud Creek and its many branches like West Mud Creek and East Mud Creek snaking across the territory. Early settlements including Comanche, Sugden, and Ryan are shown at their early stages of development. The survey also identifies significant local topography such as Monument Hill and practical landmarks like the Crooked Creek Tank, providing a detailed look at the rural geography of the region at the turn of the century.