1962 Map of Elk Falls

About this map

Elk Falls serves as the primary hub of activity in this region, situated where the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad corridor runs parallel to the winding course of the Elk River. The map highlights a distinct transition from the river valley's transit and settlement infrastructure to the rolling uplands of Center and Lafayette townships. In the southern reaches of the quadrangle, particularly along North Caney Creek, numerous Oil Wells indicate the active energy extraction present during the mid-century. A network of drainages including Wildcat Creek, Clear Creek, and both the North Salt Creek and South Salt Creek define the dissection of the landscape, providing essential context for understanding early land use and the placement of field lines and rural dwellings across the Elk and Chautauqua County line.