1971 Map of Blair

About this map

Blair sits as a central rail point in southwestern Oklahoma, where the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad corridor dictates the local geography. The landscape transitions from the agricultural plains surrounding the town to the dramatic granite outcroppings of Quartz Mountain State Park in the northeast. This area is defined by the convergence of the North Fork Red River and the Elm Fork Red River, creating a complex network of canyons and peaks such as Byrd Mountain and King Mountain. The map reveals a highly engineered water management system, with numerous siphons and canals extending from the river toward the smaller settlements like City View. For the local historian, the map preserves the exact layout of the Blair Cem and identifies geological landmarks like Cement Gap and the shifting sands along the riverbanks, illustrating the intersection of human infrastructure and the dynamic river environment.