1986 Map of Anadarko

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The Washita River and Canadian River valleys define the geography of this mid-1980s landscape, providing the arterial paths for both settlement and transport across several Oklahoma counties. This survey documents a critical period for rural infrastructure, showing the extensive network of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe RR and Chicago Rock Island and Pacific RR lines connecting agricultural hubs like Anadarko and Cordell. The map highlights the significant water management and recreation projects of the era, most notably the Fort Cobb Reservoir and its adjacent Fort Cobb State Park. Distinctive geological features such as Rainy Mountain and Ghost Mound provide visual landmarks for those studying the Caddo and Washita county borders. From the canyon floor of Red Rock Canyon State Park to the small-town grids of Cloud Chief and Gotebo, the sheet offers a clear view of Western Oklahoma's transition from early frontier towns to established regional centers.