1972 Map of Locust Grove

About this map

Locust Grove serves as the primary hub of this eastern Oklahoma landscape, positioned just south of the massive Lake Hudson Neosho River and the Robert S Kerr Dam. The 1972 topography reflects a region shaped by both water management and industry, with the Mid-America Industrial District bordering the Neosho River in the northwest. Local family history and early community ties are well-preserved through numerous rural landmarks such as Hogan Cem, New Hogan Ch, and McLain Cem. The presence of several stretches of Old Railroad Grade and Old RR Grade indicates the remnants of former rail corridors that once supported the local economy. From the high ground of the Choteau Plateau to the southern reaches near Murphy and Fort Gibson Lake, the map provides a look at the intersection of traditional settlements and modern infrastructure during the early 1970s.