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1954 Map of Linch

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Linch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

The Sussex Oil Field and surrounding energy developments define the mid-century landscape of this Johnson County region. Industrial infrastructure is prominent throughout the terrain, from the Sussex Repressuring Plant to clusters of Oil Wells and Oil Tanks. The settlement pattern reflects this industry with specialized worker housing sites like the Sussex Unit (Continental Camp) and North Meadow Creek Camp near the town of Linch.

Beyond the oil industry, the map documents a network of high-plains ranching life along the base of Pine Ridge. Established family operations such as the Tillman Ranch and Meadow Creek Ranch are connected by a web of seasonal watercourses including Moonshine Draw and Pavey Draw. The presence of the Irvine Cow Camp and the inactive Pugsley Mine suggests a multifaceted history of land use spanning from open-range grazing to extractive mineral interests.