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1964 Map of Norfork Dam South

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Norfork Dam South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

Calico Rock serves as the focal point for the southeastern corner of this Ozark landscape, where the White River and the Missouri Pacific railroad tracks trace the southern bend of the river valley. The terrain is defined by a series of deep hollows like Hopewell Hollow and Schinette Hol, alongside the prominent rise of Naked Joe Knob. In the north, the waters of Norfork Lake and the North Fork meet at the dam site, creating a stark contrast between the reservoir and the traditional settlement patterns found throughout the rest of the quadrangle.

Rural life is marked by numerous family-named landmarks and institutions, including Half Chapel, Galatia Ch, and the Wayland Arbor Cem. Smaller communities such as Old Joe, Jordan, and Iuka are connected by winding roads through the Ozark National Forest. The presence of an Airstrip near Calico Creek and a Quarry along the river highlights the mix of recreation and resource extraction that shaped the region during the mid-20th century.