1969 Map of Mountainburg

About this map

Frog Bayou carves a deep valley through the Crawford County landscape, dictating the settlement patterns of Mountainburg and Chester as they follow the corridor of the Burlington Northern railroad. This survey captures a moment when the transportation spine of the region relied on the narrow path between Meadow Mountain and the Ozark National Forest boundary. Genealogical interest is centered on several community landmarks, including the Basham Memorial Cem and Hillcrest Cem near the southern bend, as well as the isolated Freedom Ch in the western hills. The map highlights the early infrastructure of Lake Fort Smith, including the Gaging Station and the Fort Smith Filtration Plant, which utilized the natural drainage of Clear Creek and Riley Creek. Small enclaves like Schaberg and the scenic Artist Point are shown at their 1960s extent, providing a clear record of local geography before later developments.