1965 Map of Stealy

About this map

West Flint Creek Oil Field and the French Oil Field define the mid-1960s industrial landscape of McClain County, where petroleum extraction and storage infrastructure sit alongside rural farming communities. Small settlements like Stealy and Clagg are connected by a network of section-line roads and unimproved trails, serving as local anchors for the surrounding townships. The area's topography is carved by a dense drainage system featuring Finn Creek and Turkey Creek, which flow through various townships including Turnbull and Wayne. In the northeast corner, Purcell Lake and the nearby Hillside Cemetery provide prominent local landmarks. The map also records several Gravel Pits, a Refinery, and rural institutions like Bethlehem Ch, illustrating the balance between the regional oil economy and established community life.