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1974 Map of Velma

Name: 1974 Topographic Map of Velma
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

The town of Velma serves as the central hub of this mid-1970s Oklahoma landscape, deeply defined by the petroleum industry. Extensive drilling operations are evident throughout the Oil Field and the expansive Loco Field, which together dominate the local economy. Supporting infrastructure, including a large Refinery, a Tank Farm, and several Sewage Disposal Ponds, surrounds the residential core.

Beyond the industrial zones, the map documents several important community landmarks for genealogists and local historians, such as Passmore Cemetery and Parks Cemetery. Waterways like Wildhorse Creek and Santa Fe cross the terrain, while the Golf Course and Roadside Park indicate the era's local recreation. The presence of Country Side Church and various radio towers reflects the communication and social fabric of Stephens County during this period of high energy production.