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2010 Map of Telephone

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Telephone
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Red River snakes through the northern portion of this Fannin County landscape, defining the winding border between Texas and Oklahoma. This 2010 survey shows the rural character of the region, where small settlements like Elwood and Telephone are linked by a grid of county roads and farm-to-market routes like FM-273. The terrain is defined by its drainage towards the river, with numerous waterways including Island Bayou, Robert Springs Branch, and Elwood Creek carving through the plains.

For genealogists and local historians, the map provides clear locations for Old Elwood Cemetery and Elwood Cemetery, serving as vital markers of the community's heritage. The presence of Carman Lake Number 2 and its associated dam indicates water management efforts in this agricultural corridor. The intricate network of local thoroughfares, such as Bonanza Rd and Smith Lee Rd, provides a detailed look at the land tracts and rural access points that have shaped the area's development over generations.