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1964 Map of Poyen

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Poyen
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

Poyen serves as the central hub of this mid-century landscape, positioned along the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad line near the junction of Big Creek. The area is characterized by several small rural settlements such as Gifford, Rhinehart, and Lenham, reflecting the early 1960s spatial arrangement of this portion of Arkansas. Waterways define the local geography, with Francois Creek and Clear Creek cutting through the terrain, while landmarks like the Melvern Country Club indicate the shift toward recreational land use alongside traditional agriculture.

Genealogists will find significant value in the distribution of local burial sites and worship centers, including the Lutheran Cem, Cunningham Cem, and Clear Creek Ch. The map also documents industrial activity through multiple labeled Sandpit and Gravel Pit locations, which were integral to the local economy. Notable roads like Thunder Road and features such as Sulphur Springs provide a detailed look at the rural infrastructure of the era.