1971 Map of Shrewder

About this map

The Salt Fork Red River carves a winding path across this southwestern Oklahoma landscape, shaping the rugged breaks and drainage systems of Harmon County. In the early 1970s, this area remained largely rural, defined by small community hubs like Ron and the namesake Shrewder, both situated near the southern boundary. These settlements, along with Brownlow to the east, served a farming and ranching population supported by local institutions such as Fairview Ch and Dryden Ch. The presence of Tea Cross Cem and family-named landmarks indicates a deep-rooted genealogical history in the townships of Francis, Dryden, and Looney. While the river dominates the northern half of the sheet, the southern reaches are characterized by the meandering Turkey Creek and several Water Tanks, essential for agricultural life in this semi-arid region.