1958 Map of Zafra

About this map

Zafra occupies a small clearing along the Arkansas-Oklahoma state line, serving as a primary settlement point in this late 1950s survey of the Ouachita National Forest. The landscape is dominated by high ridges and peaks, including Polecat Peak and Walnut Mountain, which channel numerous tributaries like Turkey Snout Creek and Beech Creek toward the Little River. This map captures a specific moment in rural development where local infrastructure is centered around community institutions such as the Zafra Sch and Alder Springs Ch. The winding Line Road traces the literal border between the two states, highlighting the geographic isolation and the reliance on local landmarks like Stinett Cem and Gann Cem for social and family organization. The presence of Camp Pioneer near the southern forks of the river suggests the area's role in early organized recreation within the national forest system.