1967 Map of Gerty

About this map

Gerty serves as the primary settlement in this part of Hughes County, situated just north of the border with Coal County. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of waterways, most notably the winding course of Muddy Boggy Creek and the drainage systems of Sandy Creek and Salt Creek. The presence of the Ne Citra Oil and Gas Field indicates the region's industrial ties to petroleum extraction, which sits in contrast to the rural character suggested by several gravel pits and scattered country landmarks. Genealogists and local historians can find specific points of interest such as the Gerty Cem and the Panther Creek Cem, alongside religious centers like Salt Creek Ch. The map's detail extends to various smaller tributaries including Little Sandy Creek and Beaver Creek, illustrating the complex hydrology of the Oklahoma interior during the late 1960s.