1962 Map of Cleveland

About this map

Cleveland and the surrounding borderlands between Van Buren and Conway counties are defined by the winding hydrology of Point Remove Creek and its diverse tributaries. At this time in the early 1960s, the landscape is a patchwork of small upland communities and rural landmarks, including the high ground at Gravel Hill and the distinct geography of The Narrows. Family and community history is deeply rooted here, evidenced by the numerous small burial grounds and rural houses of worship such as Moores Chapel, Liberty Springs Church, and Upchurch Cemetery. Significant topographical features like Money Mountain, Lick Mountain, and Egger Mountain rise above the stream valleys of Sucker Creek and Canady Branch, illustrating the complex terrain of the Ozark National Forest. Red dashed lines throughout the quadrangle denote contemporary fence and field lines, offering a glimpse into the land-use patterns and agricultural boundaries of the era.