1968 Map of Wirth

About this map

Wolf Creek and Fox Creek carve through the landscape along the border of Arkansas and Missouri in the late 1960s. This survey, conducted by the USGS and the Arkansas Geological Commission, documents a rural landscape defined by small community hubs and family-named landmarks. The settlement of Wirth sits near the eastern edge, while the southwestern corner features the neighborhood of Woodland Hills. Numerous small quarries and a gravel pit suggest local industry focused on the area's geological resources. Religious and educational life is anchored by the Mennonite Church and Mennonite School, alongside several other country houses of worship including Union Hill Church and New Hope Church. Local genealogy is well-preserved through several family-named burial grounds like Ed Collins Cemetery and the Hurst Cemetery, many situated atop high points such as Britton Hill.