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1972 Map of Cookson

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Cookson
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

Tenkiller Ferry Lake dominates this 1970s landscape, where the impounded Illinois River created an intricate network of inlets and bays like Pettit Bay and Carlisle Cove. The map documents a period of significant recreational development following the lake's creation, evidenced by numerous public use areas and boat ramps such as those at Sisemore Landing Public Use Area and Cookson Bend Public Use Area.

Away from the water, the settlement of Cookson sits near the Cookson Cem, while the rugged terrain is defined by prominent peaks like Wildhorse Mountain and Griffin Mountain. The boundary between Cherokee Co and Sequoyah Co runs through the southern portion of the quadrangle, crossing Chicken Creek and Snake Creek. This topographical study effectively captures the transition of the region from traditional river valleys to a managed water resource and recreational hub.