1947 Map of Pitkin

About this map

Pitkin serves as the central hub of this mid-century survey, situated at the junction where the Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe Railroad crosses Blue Branch. The landscape reflects a transition from timber extraction to more established settlement, evidenced by the presence of an Old Logging Railroad Grade in the northwest and small community clusters like Russville and Nitram. The northern portion is dominated by the Kisatchie National Forest, while the southern reaches of the quadrangle are defined by the convergence of several waterways, including Sixmile Creek and Soapstone Creek. Local spiritual and civic life is anchored by Simmons Mill Ch and the Schoolhouse Branch, providing vital landmarks for genealogists tracing family roots in Vernon, Allen, and Beauregard Parishes. The road network of the era is clearly delineated, featuring State Highway No 113 and State Highway No 22 linking these rural outposts.