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1963 Map of Traskwood

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Traskwood
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Missouri Pacific rail lines anchor the local economy of this Central Arkansas landscape, connecting the clustered settlements of Traskwood and Haskell to the broader regional trade network. The map reveals a community defined by its rural infrastructure, from the small Gifford Sch and the County Library to numerous spiritual centers like Zion Hill Ch and Holy Ridge Ch. These institutions, alongside several cemeteries, provide essential touchpoints for genealogical research in Saline and Hot Spring counties.

Local resource extraction is evident in the scattered Gravel Pits found near Fairplay, while the hydrology of the region is shaped by the winding courses of Tenmile Creek and Brushy Creek. The terrain is characterized by modest elevations like Zion Hill and features a Fish Hatchery and a prominent Beacon in the eastern portion, reflecting the era's blend of agriculture and early industrial utilities.