1967 Map of Sallisaw

About this map

Sallisaw serves as the focal point of this 1960s survey, showing a landscape defined by the intersection of major rail lines and industrial activity. The Missouri Pacific and Kansas City Southern railroads cross through the heart of the community, supporting the nearby Strip Mines and local Gravel Pit. To the south, the recently established Robert S. Kerr Reservoir has altered the course of Sallisaw Creek, creating a new shoreline near the settlement of Sadie. This era reflects a transition toward modern infrastructure, evidenced by the Sallisaw Municipal Airport and a Drive-in Theater, even as rural landmarks like Badger Lee Ch and Buffington Cem preserve older family and community ties. The terrain is dramatically shaped by Badger Mountain in the north and Wildhorse Mountain to the south, framing the valley's development.