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1972 Map of Tahlequah

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Tahlequah
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

Tahlequah serves as the focal point of this 1970s survey, showing the town's expansion and the prominent campus of Northeastern State College. The landscape is defined by the winding course of the Illinois River and its transition into Lake Tenkiller at the southern edge. Local history is deeply etched into the terrain through family and community landmarks like Manus Cem and the Indian Campground Cem, alongside various educational institutions such as Sequoyah Sch and the Markoma Bible Academy.

Beyond the urban center, the map details numerous hollows like Cedar Hollow and Steely Hollow, and high points including Sparrow Hawk Mountain. The presence of the Old Railroad Grade southwest of town provides a trace of former transportation corridors. Recreational and community sites, such as McSpadden Falls and the Go Ye Mission Campground, highlight the area's development as a hub for both residential life and seasonal visitation near the river and lake.