1972 Map of Wichita Falls West

About this map

Sheppard Air Force Base dominates the northern reaches of this landscape, its expansive runways and annexes established as a centerpiece of the regional infrastructure. In the early 1970s, the urban footprint of Wichita Falls pushed westward, marked by a dense concentration of schools like Notre Dame High Sch and institutional landmarks including Midwestern University. The Wichita River snakes through the center of the sheet, bordered by numerous parks such as Lucy Park and Harrell Park, reflecting a city designed around its natural waterways. Transport and industry are tightly integrated, with the Missouri Kansas Texas and Fort Worth and Denver railroads cutting through the terrain. The presence of multiple radio towers and a Drag Strip suggests a community in a period of active mid-century growth, while established sites like Sacred Heart Cem and Riverside Cemetery provide vital points for genealogical research.