1962 Map of Fannie

About this map

Lake Ouachita dominates the southern half of this landscape, its complex, finger-like shoreline marking a transformed river valley within the Ouachita National Forest. The 1962 terrain reveals the intersection of Laverna and the small settlement of Fannie, situated north of the Base Line in a region defined by steep ridges like Sandlick Mountain. The map is particularly useful for genealogical research, identifying rural landmarks such as Breashears Cem, Oakwood Cem, and several local congregations including Prairie Grove Ch and Union Hill Ch. Along the northern reaches of the lake, sites like Avant Landing and the community of Buckville indicate the historical importance of the Ouachita River drainage system. Scattered clearings for agriculture contrast with the dense timber of the surrounding mountains, showing the settlement patterns before further forest reclamation.