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1961 Map of Reydon

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Reydon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1963
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

Reydon and its surrounding Western Oklahoma agricultural lands are centered in this 1961 field-checked survey, depicting a landscape defined by the drainage systems of the Washita River and Rush Creek. The geography reveals a network of small rural settlements including Rankin and Dempsey, which serve as vital local hubs during this post-war era. Significant for genealogical research, the map labels several community landmarks such as Union Chapel Cem, White Rose Cem, and the Dempsey Cem, providing a precise record of burial grounds and family history sites.

The transportation infrastructure of Roger Mills County is anchored by the Panhandle and Santa Fe railroad, which cuts through the terrain to support the regional movement of goods. Beyond the main rail line, numerous small bridges and local roads cross Buffalo Creek and Croton Creek, illustrating the rural connectivity between isolated homesteads and local gathering spots like the Community Hall.