1973 Map of Elkhart NW

About this map

The North Fork Cimarron River winds through the northern reaches of this High Plains landscape, eventually joining the main Cimarron River in the northeast. This 1970s survey illustrates a region defined by extensive energy extraction, with dozens of Gas Wells scattered across the township boundaries of Westola, Jones, and Taloga. The infrastructure of the era is clearly marked by a prominent Pipeline cutting diagonally through the southern sections. While the terrain is predominantly open, the map identifies specific industrial sites such as a Gravel Pit near the southern boundary, reflecting the local resource economy. This record captures the rural character of Morton County just before mid-decade, documenting the precise locations of well heads and river fords that shaped the movement and industry of the local community.