1971 Map of Yanush

About this map

The Old Choctaw Indian Council House anchors the southern portion of this landscape, reflecting the deep cultural significance of the Tuskahoma Valley during the early 1970s. This survey details a transitional area where Buffalo Valley meets the mountainous terrain of the Oklahoma interior, centered on the small settlement of Yanush. The map reveals a community defined by its cemeteries and rural institutions, such as King Cem, Hokit Cem, and Cupco Ch, scattered along the winding course of Buffalo Creek. A clear division is visible at the Latimer Co and Pushmataha Co boundary line, which separates the valley systems. Modern additions to the traditional agrarian landscape include the Four Star Ranch Landing Strip and the Picnic Area near Lake Nanih Waiya, illustrating how recreation and private aviation began to interface with established family farms like Terrylain Farm during this era.