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1970 Map of Curtis

Name: 1970 Topographic Map of Curtis
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

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Curtis and the surrounding river bottomlands in Clark County are defined by a complex network of natural and engineered waterways during this era. The meandering Terre Noire Creek dominates the center of the landscape, its natural course supplemented by significant drainage projects like the North Boat Ditch and South Boat Ditch. The Missouri Pacific railroad corridor cuts through the northwest corner, serving the local economy near Smithton Branch.

Local life is centered around rural landmarks and small gatherings, including the Harmony Hill Ch and the Copeland Ridge Community Hall. Genealogists and researchers can identify several family and community burial sites, such as Rawles Hill Cem, Bethel Springs Cem, and Copeland Ridge Cem. To the south, Red Springs and the headwaters of Bankhead Creek mark the transition toward more forested terrain, while the presence of a Gaging Station on the Terre Noire indicates the ongoing importance of water management in this agricultural region.