1980 Map of Tilly

About this map

Tilly sits at the intersection of three counties — Searcy, Pope, and Van Buren — in a landscape defined by the deep incisions of the Ozark National Forest. The terrain is characterized by a series of high ridges and narrow hollows, such as Lick Hollow and Brogden Hollow, which channel water into major drainage systems like the Middle Fork Illinois Bayou and Archey Creek. This 1980 survey captures a rural Ozark settlement pattern where small community hubs like Una and Dabney are anchored by local institutions including Union Hill Ch and Archey Valley Ch. The placement of Parks Cem and various unnamed family graves reflect the genealogical footprint of the region's early residents. Landmarks such as the Radio Tower on Walker Mountain and a Quarry near Archey Creek indicate the modest industrial and infrastructure developments present in the hills during the late twentieth century.