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1969 Map of Tushka

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Tushka
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Atoka and the surrounding Choctaw County landscape are defined by the convergence of heavy rail transport and a intricate network of waterways in the late 1960s. The Missouri-Kansas-Texas railroad corridor serves as the primary spine for the region, passing through Tushka and near the smaller settlements of Taloah and Cook. The topography is marked by the wide, low-lying drainage basins of Muddy Boggy Creek and Clear Boggy Creek, which create a complex environment of sloughs and branches, including the Big Slough.

Cultural landmarks and community centers are well-distributed across the map, offering significant value for genealogical research. Local spiritual life is anchored by Wards Chapel, Pleasant View Ch, and High Hill Ch, each with nearby burial grounds like High Hill Cem and Plainview Cem. Notable mid-century infrastructure includes the Memorial Hospital at the edge of Atoka, a Drive-in Theater, and a Fish Hatchery, reflecting the diverse land use of the era ranging from public health to recreation and resource management.