1971 Map of Prairie Hill

About this map

Gypsum Creek meanders through the heart of this southwest Oklahoma landscape, carving a drainage pattern across the township boundaries of Duke, Olustee, Eldorado, and Carmel. The early 1970s environment is defined by a mix of agricultural infrastructure and mineral extraction, evidenced by several quarries and a Strip Mine in the southern reaches. The St Louis San Francisco railroad serves as a primary transport artery, connecting the small settlements of Creta and Marty. At the northern end, Prairie Hill stands as a focal point for the local rural community. Technical details such as a Drill Hole and Well locations reflect the era's subterranean exploration and water management, while the spillway near the northeastern corner suggests localized water control systems vital to this prairie region.