1974 Map of Haswell

About this map

Haswell serves as the central hub of this High Plains landscape during the mid-1970s, situated along the vital corridor of the Missouri Pacific railroad. The town layout reflects a community centered on local activity and communication, featuring a concentrated area with an Athletic Field, Rodeo Ground, and several radio installations including a prominent Radio Tower. The surrounding terrain is largely defined by its utility and infrastructure, marked by a scattering of Well and Wells for water access and several Gravel Pit excavations that suggest ongoing local road maintenance or construction. Beyond the immediate settlement, the map identifies specific geographic points like Mopa and the Radio Horizon, illustrating how electronic communication and rail transport dictated the spatial organization of this Kiowa County region.