1890 Map of Dardanelle

About this map

The Arkansas River serves as the primary artery for this late nineteenth-century landscape, winding between the river towns of Dardanelle and Russellville. To the north, the geography is defined by the steep elevation of Sand Mountain and Buck Mountain, while the southern portion features the prominent heights of Huckleberry Mountain and Chickalah Mountain. This survey, conducted by H.B. Blair in 1888, captures a network of small agricultural and mining communities like Lutherville, Knoxville, and Dover. A notable topographic landmark, Mt. Nebo, overlooks the river valley near Dardanelle, illustrating the region's varied terrain. The map also details the complex hydrology of the area, including Illinois Bayou, Big Piney Cr., and the expansive Holly Bend area, providing a clear record of the early county divisions between Johnson, Pope, Logan, and Yell.