2016 Map of Watts

About this map

The Illinois River winds through the borderlands of Oklahoma and Arkansas, carving a valley where the settlements of Watts and Cincinnati serve as focal points for a rural landscape steeped in history. The terrain is marked by distinctive elevations such as Mission Mtn and Bates Mtn, which rise above the surrounding creek basins. A high concentration of burial sites suggests a long-established community structure, including the Baptist Mission Cemeter and the notable Reverend Jesse Bushyhead Grave. Local connectivity is defined by landmarks like the Goforth Bridge and the expanse of Lake Frances. In the southern reaches, the areas of Westville and Old Green appear alongside various family-named roads, while the network of waterways including Ballard Cr and Peacheater Cr highlights the natural drainage patterns that have shaped land use and property boundaries in this cross-border region.