1966 Map of Lindsay

About this map

The Golden Trend Oil Field dominates the central landscape of this mid-1960s survey, marking a period of intense industrial activity along the Washita River valley. The town of Lindsay serves as the regional hub, situated at the junction of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad and local highways. Evidence of the mid-century petroleum economy is scattered across the township, from a refinery near Bear Creek to numerous unnamed drilling pads and access roads that cut through the undulating terrain south of Erin Springs. Beyond the industrial infrastructure, the map preserves rural landmarks including Green Hill Cemetery and the Hughes Sch, providing a detailed look at Garvin County’s community structure before modern consolidation. The transition from the river bottomlands to the higher ground of Turnbull reflects the varied land use of the era, balancing agriculture with oil extraction.