1904 Map of Siloam Springs

About this map

The Benton Co Cherokee Nation boundary defines the central axis of this landscape, marking the transition from the Ozark plateau into Indian Territory at the end of the nineteenth century. The settlement at Siloam Springs anchors the eastern edge, while the interior is characterized by a series of named grasslands such as Wet Prairie and Elkhorn Prairie. These open stretches are bisected by significant watercourses including Spavinaw Creek and the Illinois River, which historically dictated the movement of goods and travelers before the full expansion of the rail networks.