2016 Map of Ayers Island

About this map

Red River currents define the border landscape between Jackson County, Oklahoma, and the Texas counties of Wilbarger and Hardeman. This 2016 survey highlights the complex hydrography of the region, where the Salt Fork Red River joins the main stem near Ayers Island. The terrain is marked by a grid of rural roads, such as E1780 Rd and N1970 Rd, which navigate the drainages of Gypsum Cr and lead toward historical landmarks. Genealogists will find the locations of Carmel Cem in the west and Boggy Cem further east, providing vital points of reference for families tied to these prairie lands. The presence of Mitchell Lake and various wetland areas along the river bottoms illustrates the seasonal nature of water in this semi-arid agricultural environment.