1960 Map of Claude

About this map

Claude serves as the focal point of this High Plains landscape, situated at the junction of the Fort Worth and Denver railroad and significant regional roadways. The terrain transitions from the level plateaus around Conway to the deeply incised drainage of Mulberry Creek in the south. This 1960 survey illustrates the vital role of heavy rail transport in the Texas Panhandle, with the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific line traversing the northern section of the quadrangle. The map reveals a land defined by its watercourses, including the headwaters of the Salt Fork Red River and McClellan Creek. Local infrastructure, such as the Microwave Sta and several quarries, points to the mid-century industrial and communication needs of Armstrong County. Genealogists can also locate the Claude Cem just west of the main settlement.