2022 Map of Paoli

About this map

The Washita River meanders across this Central Oklahoma landscape, defining the character of the terrain between the northern reaches of Pauls Valley and the community of Paoli. The river’s ancient floodplain is marked by features like Horseshoe Lake, an oxbow that indicates the shifting nature of the watercourse over time. The map documents the settlement pattern near the boundary of McClain and Garvin Counties, where agricultural life is anchored by historic sites such as Whitebead and its associated Whitebead Cem. Local history is further preserved through several rural burial grounds, including the Dulin and Wilner Cem and Florence Cem, which serve as key markers for genealogical research. The region's drainage is supported by numerous tributaries like Cheek Cr, Gaddis Creek, and Owl Cr, illustrating the well-watered topography that has supported this section of the state for generations.