1984 Map of Russellville

About this map

The Arkansas River serves as the central artery for this mid-century survey, dividing the high plateaus of the Boston Mountains from the southern heights of the Ouachita Mountains. At the heart of the river valley, Russellville and Dardanelle sit near the expansive Dardanelle Lake, reflecting the region's mid-century water management and hydroelectric development. Further east, the river winds past Morrilton and toward Conway, while the northern landscape is dominated by the sprawling Ozark National Forest. Transportation networks of the early 1950s are prominent, including the Missouri Pacific RR and the Chicago Rock Island & Pacific RR following the river contours. The map also captures significant public and military lands, such as Camp Robinson Military Reservation and Petit Jean State Park, alongside prominent peaks like Magazine Mountain, illustrating the balance between wilderness, agriculture, and infrastructure.