1961 Map of Damascus

About this map

Cadron Creek snakes through the center of this Arkansas landscape, defining a topography of narrow valleys and ridges where the boundaries of Van Buren, Faulkner, and Conway Counties converge. The settlement of Damascus sits in the northeast corner, while smaller rural hubs like Martinville, Republican, and Mallet Town are scattered throughout the surrounding uplands. A historical Treaty Line Boundary and the Old Indian trail trace the early human geography of the region, intersecting near the Martinville Cem. Local community life is documented through numerous landmarks, including the Pinnacle Springs Tabernacle and several rural schools and churches such as Solomon Grove Sch and Zion Grove Ch. The presence of a Fish Hatchery and a Gaging Station along the creek reflect the area's mid-century water management and conservation activities.