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1989 Map of Reydon SW

Name: 1989 Topographic Map of Reydon SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

The Black Kettle National Grassland dominates the northern reaches of this Oklahoma-Texas borderlands survey, illustrating the conservation and land-use patterns of the late 20th century. Situated along the boundary where Wheeler County meets Roger Mills County, the map reveals a landscape defined by natural resource extraction and rural infrastructure. Numerous gas wells and drill holes are scattered across the terrain, indicating the intensity of the regional energy industry during the 1980s.

Settlement is sparse, anchored by the community of Rankin and the quiet landmark of White Rose Cem in the northeast. Waterways like Meridian Creek and Croton Creek wind through the hills, while aviation and industry are marked by the Petersen Landing Strip and a Shale Pit. This map serves as a detailed record of the intersections between public grazing lands, private drilling interests, and the small-town Oklahoma legacy near the state line.