1962 Map of Myron

About this map

The Strawberry River meanders across this Ozark landscape, marking a transition between the established rural settlements of Myron and Franklin and the burgeoning recreational development at Horseshoe Bend. Photogrammetric revisions from 1980 highlight the emergence of Crown Lake and Diamond Lake, signaling a shift toward vacation-oriented land use in northern Arkansas. These man-made reservoirs contrasts with the older agricultural and communal footprint defined by numerous small family and church burial grounds, including Bates Cem, Godwin Cem, and Hills Chapel Cem. Along the banks of the river and its many tributaries, such as Hinson Branch and Wildcat Creek, the terrain rises toward Davidson Hill and Baker Hill. The map also captures local industry through a namesake Quarry and a primitive Landing Strip, providing a detailed look at Izard County as it balanced traditional river-valley life with new mid-century infrastructure.