1962 Map of Pierce

About this map

Eufaula Lake dominates this landscape, showing the planned inundation of the Deep Fork and North Canadian River valleys. Blue hatching indicates vast areas designated for submergence at the 585-foot elevation, a transformation of the Oklahoma terrain that redefined local boundaries and access. Despite the rising waters, the survey preserves the locations of established rural communities and educational centers, including Richardsville, Brush Hill, and Stidham. Genealogy researchers will find significant value in the documentation of several family and community burial grounds, such as Larbliance Cem, McNik Cem, and Pierce Cem. The map also traces the community infrastructure of the mid-20th century, marking the Pierce High School, Warrior School, and local religious sites like Galilee Church. Fine red dashed lines throughout the quadrangle provide a distinct record of field and fence lines as they appeared during 1959 aerial photography.