1972 Map of Danville

About this map

The Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad forms a steady transit line through the Arkansas river valley, connecting the established communities of Belleville and Danville. This landscape is defined by the winding course of the Petit Jean River, which creates complex hydrological features like The Island, Horseshoe Lake, and Buckman Lake. To the south, the terrain rises into the Ouachita National Forest, where prominent ridges like The Backbone and Danville Mountain overlook the Dutch Creek valley. Local history is deeply etched into the countryside through numerous family and community sites, including Harris Chapel and a dense network of burial grounds such as Ladd Memorial Cem and Macedonia Cem. The presence of a Fish Hatchery and gaging stations along the river indicates a mid-century focus on resource management and water control in Yell County.