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2016 Map of Wister

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Wister
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Wister Lake and the Poteau River dominate this LeFlore County landscape, where the water's edge meets a complex of small settlements and historical burial grounds. The town of Wister serves as a local hub, situated near the reservoir's northern reaches and the junction of significant local routes like Central Ave and Main St. To the east, the community of Howe is positioned along the N Railroad St E-S RR, reflecting the region's historical reliance on rail transport.

Genealogists will find a high density of rural cemeteries, including Ellis Chapel Cem and Hoteyaby Cem, scattered among the hills and creek valleys. The topography is defined by notable elevations such as Potts Mtn and Pine Mtn, while unique features like Quarry Isle and the Kerr Mansion Rd suggest a mix of industrial history and prominent local estates. Smaller settlements like Glendale and Independence further illustrate the dispersed residential pattern of this Oklahoma river valley.