1987 Map of Hocker

About this map

The Oklahoma energy landscape is clearly visible here, defined by the Gas Field, Merritt Field, and Poarch Field that punctuate the rolling plains of Beckham County. These industrial zones are layered over an older agricultural and transport network, featuring the winding course of Elk Creek and the man-made Lake Elk City. The infrastructure of the late twentieth century is prominent, showing the transition from the Old Railroad Grade to active lines like the Farmrail. Near the center of the sheet, the small settlement of Hocker sits at a rural crossroads, while the outskirts of Elk City occupy the northeastern corner. Local history is anchored by the Seventh-day Adventist Ch, Bellview Cem, and Ural Cem, which serve as landmarks for genealogists tracing families in this part of western Oklahoma.