1971 Map of Spanish Peak

About this map

Spanish Peak rises as a prominent landmark in this 1970s landscape, marking a transition between the northern hills and the oil-rich plains of Okmulgee County. The map documents a rural economy heavily shaped by energy extraction, with a dense network of Oil Wells, Gas Wells, and a prominent Pipeline cutting through the terrain. Human settlement is anchored by small community centers like Hectorville and the southern edge of Glenpool, where local life is evidenced by the Liberty School, Hectorville Church, and the Snake Creek Church. Significant topographical features such as Rock Creek Canyon and the curiously named Hoot Owl Hollow provide contrast to the industrial infrastructure. Traces of local family history appear at the Bruner Cemetery, while landmarks like Dude Ranch Hill and a small Landing Strip reflect the diverse land use of the era.