1982 Map of Dexter

About this map

The rolling landscape along the Red River border between Cooke and Grayson Counties is defined by the expansive waters of Lake Texoma and a deeply ingrained petroleum economy. This early 1980s landscape shows the transition from traditional agriculture to energy extraction, with extensive drilling operations visible in the North McMillan Oil Field and Philpick Oil Field. Small settlements like Dexter and Sandusky anchor the local road network, while several family and community burial grounds, including Shiloh Cem and Mt Zion Cem, speak to the area's pioneer heritage before the reservoir's creation. The northern reaches show a focus on water-based recreation and conservation, featuring the Sheppard AFB Recreation Area and a dedicated Fish Hatchery near the meandering North Branch.