2016 Map of Spiro

About this map

Spiro and the surrounding Choctaw Country landscape are defined by the prominent ridge of Backbone Mtn and the winding course of the Poteau River. This 2016 survey highlights the historical density of small settlements and burial grounds that characterize the region, including Skullyville and Tahona. The map provides significant detail for genealogists, with named cemeteries such as New Hope Cem, French Cem, and Royal Oak Cem scattered among the hills and creek bottoms. The geography reveals a complex network of local roads like Poker Bend Rd and Quays Rd that connect rural residences to larger hubs like Poteau and Pocola. Water features, including Old Spiro Lake and the James Fork, underscore the importance of the river basin to the local topography and settlement patterns.