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2012 Map of Hydro

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Hydro
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Hydro serves as the central hub of this West-Central Oklahoma landscape, situated where the high plains meet the intricate drainage systems of the Canadian River. The settlement is defined by a traditional grid of streets like W Main St and E 5th St, reflecting its role as a local center for commerce and agriculture. To the north, the town's history is anchored by the Hydro Masonic Cem and Hydro Catholic Cem, providing essential markers for genealogical research in Caddo County.

The surrounding terrain is carved by significant geological features including American Horse Canyon and Cedar Canyon, which dictate the local road network. The landscape is also defined by the pathways of Deer Cr and the ominously named Dead Woman Cr. To the north, the McKinley Ranch Airport highlights the region's adaptation to modern transportation and ranching operations, while a dense grid of rural roads like E0990 Rd and N2480 Rd connects isolated homesteads to the primary regional thoroughfares.