1956 Map of Horseshoe Lake

About this map

Horseshoe Lake dominates the southern landscape of this mid-century survey, its distinctive shape and accompanying Powerplant and Substation marking a point of industrial significance along the North Canadian River. The map captures the agricultural and community foundations of the area near the border of Oklahoma and Lincoln Counties, where the St Louis - San Francisco railroad cuts through the northern sections near the small settlement of Poole. Local genealogy is well-supported by numerous landmarks, including Mt Carmel Cem, St Marys Cem, and Mills Cem. The educational and spiritual life of the rural community is preserved through labels for the State Center Sch, Douglas Ch, and St Paul Ch. The terrain is defined by a dense network of drainage, where Wildhorse Creek, Captain Creek, and Choctaw Creek feed into the river system, shaping the township lines of Dewey and Elk.