1968 Map of Thurlow

Away from the river, the terrain rises into the dissected breaks of the northern plains, marked by landmarks like Jack Creek Hill. Small, localized place names such as Joppa and Flynn indicate the sparse but established ranching and railroad settlements of the mid-20th century. The presence of a Gravel Pit and several mapped pipelines reflect the region's industrial footprint, while intermittent drainages like Goose Creek and Bull Creek define the arid uplands surrounding the fertile river valley.