1986 Map of Big Spring

Beyond the industrial footprint, the terrain transitions into the distinct Iatan Flats and rises toward landmarks like the Signal Mountains and Hog Mountain. Small agricultural and oil-patch settlements such as Coahoma, Knott, and Fairview are interspersed between water features like Moss Creek Lake and Natural Dam Lake. This survey provides a precise look at the land use and infrastructure of Howard and surrounding counties before the digital era of mapping.