1952 Map of Old Town

About this map

The lowlands of southwestern Arkansas define the landscape around Old Town and the meandering Little Bodcau Creek. This mid-century survey records a rural economy shifting between traditional agriculture and resource extraction, with an active Oil Field and numerous Gravel Pits dotting the terrain. The Kansas City Southern railroad serves as a central artery for the region, passing through small rail points like Dobson Station. For those researching local family history, the map is a primary source for several community anchors, including Turner Chapel, Mt Nebo Ch, and multiple burial sites such as Old Lewisville Cem and Stricklin Cem. The presence of New Meriwether Pond and Barmes Pond suggests a local reliance on water management for agriculture or industry during this period of development.