1985 Map of Weatherford NW

About this map

The town of Thomas anchors the northern portion of this map, situated at the crossroads of the Northern and Burlington rail lines. The landscape is defined by the sweeping course of the Canadian River in the northeast and the extensive reach of the Deer Creek Oil Field across the central plains. This 1985 revision provides a detailed view of mid-century infrastructure and land use, showing the proliferation of Gas Wells and Oil Wells alongside traditional rural community markers. Landmarks like Sugar Loaf Mound rise above the drainage systems of Deer Creek and Cedar Creek, while rural social history is preserved through scattered sites such as Jefferson Sch, St Johns Cem, and Zion Ch. The map illustrates the persistent energy economy of Custer County, punctuated by facilities like the Refinery and Thomas Municipal Airport.