1962 Map of Agnos

About this map

The South Fork Spring River and its many meandering tributaries define the landscape of this northern Arkansas region during the early 1960s. Small, dispersed settlements like Agnos, Heart, and French are connected by a network of rural roads, with many homesteads and properties delineated by fence and field lines visible from 1959 aerial photography. The presence of several historic spiritual and burial sites, including Barks Chapel, Heart Ch, and Rhoads Cem, provides a detailed record of the community's social geography. Near the southern border, the early development of Horseshoe Bend is visible where the terrain transitions toward Izard County. The map also documents local industry through landmarks like the Quarry near Neely Creek and the Pit in the southeast, while the winding courses of Wild Horse Creek and Lick Creek illustrate the natural drainage patterns that shaped local settlement before more modern infrastructure arrived.