1961 Map of Morrilton West

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Petit Jean Mountain and its iconic Cedar Falls dominate the southwestern quadrant of this 1961 survey, where the river plain meets the sudden elevation of the Ozark foothills. The Arkansas River winds through the center of the sheet, its course mirrored by the Point Remove Creek and its complex system of sloughs and inlets like Fish Lake. Near the eastern edge, the city of Morrilton serves as the regional hub, characterized by its Missouri Pacific rail connections and local landmarks like the Morrilton Airport and Country Club. Local genealogy is well-documented through several burial sites including Happy Bend Cem, Hill Cem, and Oddfellows Cem. The landscape reflects a mix of industry and agriculture, featuring a Shale Pit, Gravel Pit, and a prominent Fish Hatchery near the river's edge.