2012 Map of Watts

About this map

Illinois River crossings and family-named landmarks define this borderland region between Oklahoma and Arkansas. The settlement of Watts serves as a primary hub, situated near where Ballard Cr joins the larger river system. To the south, the community of Ballard and the remote outpost of Cincinnati anchor a landscape of ridges and valleys. The terrain is notably marked by prominent heights such as Mission Mtn, Bates Mtn, and Bell Mtn, which overlook a network of rural roads and creek beds including Peacheater Cr and Jaybird Cr. This 2012 survey illustrates the enduring rural character of the region, where historical river access points like Goforth Ford and Fishers Ford remain significant geographical markers alongside numerous local burial grounds including Sixkiller Cem and Brady Cem.