1957 Map of Ellinwood

About this map

Ellinwood serves as the primary hub of this landscape, situated along the northern banks of the Arkansas River and defined by its connection to the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad. The town layout shows a developing community with essential services like a Hospital, while the perimeter includes social landmarks such as a Drive-in Theater and the Ellinwood Airport. To the south, the terrain transitions into an extensive Oil Field, where the industrial character of the region becomes evident through numerous derrick locations and pipelines. Local history and genealogy are anchored by the St Josephs Cem and the Ellinwood Ch, which stand as landmarks for the families of the surrounding townships, including Lakin and Comanche. This survey, updated with late-1970s aerial photography, captures the intersection of traditional agricultural township divisions with mid-century petroleum development.