1972 Map of Proctor

About this map

The Illinois River winds through the western edge of this Ozark foothills landscape, meeting the waters of Baron Fork near the settlement of Eldon. This early 1970s survey captures a rural landscape where small communities like Proctor and Briggs are connected by winding valley roads and the legacy of earlier transportation routes, such as the Old Railroad Grade that parallels the river. The area is defined by its topographic relief, featuring prominent heights like Proctor Mountain and Eldon Mountain that rise above a network of hollows, including Pumpkin Hollow and Mining Camp Hollow. Local life centers on landmarks like Camp Egan, Oakdale Ch, and Proctor Ch, while the eastern portion of the sheet follows the Cherokee Co Adair Co line. The presence of a Gaging Station and various springs along the Wall Trip Branch indicate the importance of water resources to the local economy and environment during this era.