1957 Map of Wichita Falls East

About this map

Sheppard Air Force Base and the eastern expansion of Wichita Falls define this mid-century landscape at the intersection of Wichita, Clay, and Archer counties. The map captures an era of intensive energy and infrastructure development, evidenced by the sprawling Vogtsberger Field, Ross Field, and the Petrolia Oil Field. The agricultural roots of the region remain visible through a network of family-named holdings such as Cook Ranch, Rathgeber Ranch, and Avis Ranch. Transportation is anchored by the Fort Worth and Denver (Burlington) line, which runs parallel to an Old Railroad Grade. Local life is documented through rural landmarks like Friberg Cooper Ch and several country schools including McKee Sch, providing a detailed look at the social geography of North Texas before the transition to modern suburban density.