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1956 Map of Snyder

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Snyder
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

Snyder and Mountain Park serve as the primary hubs in this mid-century Oklahoma landscape, situated where the St Louis San Francisco railroad lines converge. The terrain is defined by the prominent granite rises of the Mountain Park area, which contrast sharply with the surrounding agricultural plains. Water management for these communities is evident through Snyder Lake in the northwest, supported by a pumping station, filtration beds, and a water tank.

Genealogists and local historians can locate specific landmarks such as the Snyder Cemetery and Mountain Park Cemetery, along with the small settlement of Sroboda to the north. The drainage of the area is controlled by the branching system of Otter Creek, including East and West forks, which transition into Deep Red Creek to the southeast. Industrial footprints of the era are visible through several municipal and commercial sites, including a sewage disposal plant, a power substation, and multiple gas tanks.