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2016 Map of Boswell NW

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Boswell NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Muddy Boggy Creek and Clear Boggy Creek define the hydrologic character of this landscape at the intersection of Atoka, Bryan, and Choctaw counties. The settlement of Crystal serves as a local focal point, supported by the Crystal Cem nearby on Crystal Cemetery Rd. This area is characterized by an extensive network of small lakes and creek branches, including Atoka Lake, Hasell Lake, and the geographically curious Dry Lake.

The presence of small, dispersed communities like Boehler and Sunkist reflects the rural, water-dependent settlement patterns of southeastern Oklahoma. A complex system of section-line roads and named lanes, such as Jelly Cook Rd and Bachelor Farm Rd, provides access to the numerous water features like Boehler Lake and the meandering Harrington Branch. This detailed topography documents the persistent connection between the region's residents and the tributaries that feed into the larger Boggy Creek systems.