1957 Map of Ardmore

About this map

The Arbuckle Mountains dominate the central landscape of this southern Oklahoma region, providing a topographic backdrop to the river-rich plains where the Washita River and Blue River flow toward Lake Texoma. This mid-century survey illustrates a complex transition from agrarian river valleys to the industrial presence of numerous Oil wells and the Naval Ammunition Depot near the eastern boundary. Major regional hubs like Pauls Valley, Wynnewood, and Ada are shown as established centers of commerce and transport. The map highlights a robust infrastructure of railroads including the At&Sf Rr and SL-SF RR, which historically facilitated the movement of cattle, agriculture, and oil. Public lands like the Chickasaw Nat Rec Area and Lake Murray State Park underscore the area's development for recreation alongside its heavy industry.