Old Maps of Aransas County, Texas for Metal Detecting

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Aransas County, TX maps

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  1. 1925 Map of Aransas Pass
    1925 Map of Aransas Pass
    1925 Aransas Pass
    1925 Print · USGS
    The Texas Gulf Coast comes to life in the mid-1920s, showing the early railroad developments and barrier island geography of the coastal bend. Trace the original footprints of Aransas Pass, the Aransas Pass Lighthouse, and local landmarks like Mc Campbell School.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1950 Map of Corpus Christi, 1953 Print
    1950 Map of Corpus Christi, 1953 Print
    1950 Corpus Christi
    1953 Print · USGS
    The South Texas coast comes into focus during the early fifties, showing the interplay between booming oil fields and expansive ranching operations. Genealogists and historians can trace the Texas Mexican rail line through Kingsville or locate heritage sites like Chapman Ranch and Riviera Beach.

  3. 1951 Map of Allyns Bight, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Allyns Bight, 1953 Print
    1951 Allyns Bight
    1953 Print · USGS
    St Joseph Island and the Aransas County coast are captured in their mid-century natural state, defined by shifting sands and tidal flats. Researchers can trace the isolated Landing Strip and explore the delicate shoreline of Allyns Bight and Allyn Lake.

  4. 1952 Map of St. Charles Bay SW, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of St. Charles Bay SW, 1953 Print
    1952 St. Charles Bay SW
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Aransas coast in the early 1950s reveals a wild landscape of shifting shoals and new energy infrastructure. You can trace the path of the Intracoastal Waterway past Deadman Island and the sprawling Mud Flats of Joseph Island.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1952 Map of St. Charles Bay, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of St. Charles Bay, 1953 Print
    1952 St. Charles Bay
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Texas Gulf Coast near Aransas Bay comes into focus in the early 1950s, showing a land of tidal bayous and established wildlife conservation. Genealogists and historians can locate family-named landmarks like the Lamar Cem, Ratama Windmill, and the iconic Big Tree.
    4 unique versions available

  6. 1952 Map of Mesquite Bay, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Mesquite Bay, 1953 Print
    1952 Mesquite Bay
    1953 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas in the early fifties is defined here by the wild wetlands of the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge and its surrounding bays. You can trace the complex network of barrier islands and inlets, from the Second Chain of Islands to family-named landmarks like Carlos Windmills.
    4 unique versions available

  7. 1952 Map of Tivoli SE, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Tivoli SE, 1953 Print
    1952 Tivoli SE
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Blackjack Peninsula and its coastal marshes are captured in the early fifties, shortly after the establishment of the wildlife refuge. Researchers can find old ranching landmarks like Buzzard Windmill and follow the shoreline from Webb Point to Mustang L.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1952 Map of Tivoli SW, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Tivoli SW, 1953 Print
    1952 Tivoli SW
    1953 Print · USGS
    The coastal prairie of Refugio and Aransas counties is captured here in the early fifties, showcasing the vital water systems of the Texas coast. Researchers can trace historic ranching infrastructure through named sites like Spanish Village, Lucky Windmill, and Lake Burgentine.

  9. 1952 Map of St. Charles Bay SE, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of St. Charles Bay SE, 1954 Print
    1952 St. Charles Bay SE
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Aransas and Calhoun county coastlines appear in the early fifties, capturing a wild landscape of barrier islands and tidal flats. Trace ranching and early energy footprints through the Wynne Ranch, the Oil Well, and numerous Windmills.
    4 unique versions available

  10. 1953 Map of Beeville
    1953 Map of Beeville
    1953 Beeville
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Texas Coastal Bend in the early fifties shows a landscape of growing regional hubs and vital maritime corridors. Trace the rail-and-river economy through Goliad, locate the Matagorda Lighthouse, and explore the sprawling Aransas National Wildlife Refuge.

  11. 1954 Map of Rockport, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Rockport, 1956 Print
    1954 Rockport
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Aransas County coast comes to life in the mid-fifties, showing the growth of Rockport and the expansion of the Fulton Beach Oil Field. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Mc Lester Cem and trace the early layout of the Aransas County Airport.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1954 Map of Aransas Pass, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Aransas Pass, 1956 Print
    1954 Aransas Pass
    1956 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Aransas Pass and Ingleside are documented here during a period of significant industrial and maritime growth along the Texas coast. Researchers can trace the layout of the Aransas Pass Oil Field, locate Kleberg Sch, and identify old sites like the Tarpon Drive-in Theater.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1954 Map of Woodsboro, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Woodsboro, 1956 Print
    1954 Woodsboro
    1956 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape defined by the booming oil industry and traditional cotton farming. Researchers can trace the layout of Woodsboro and Sinton, or locate rural landmarks like St Bernard Cem, the Baldwin Cotton Gin, and Roche Ranch.

  14. 1954 Map of Vidaurri, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Vidaurri, 1956 Print
    1954 Vidaurri
    1956 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas ranching and petroleum industry collide in the mid-fifties as massive oil fields expanded across Refugio County. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Welder Ranch, Lambert Ranch, and the settlements of Vidaurri and Greta.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1954 Map of Estes, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Estes, 1956 Print
    1954 Estes
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Aransas coast in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape of barrier islands and early industrial sites like the Carbon Black Plant. Trace historical rail lines through Estes or locate the San Antonio Cem and the Old Terminal.

  16. 1954 Map of Port Aransas, 1956 Print
    1954 Map of Port Aransas, 1956 Print
    1954 Port Aransas
    1956 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas in the mid-fifties is captured here as a landscape of barrier islands, dredging projects, and maritime industry. Genealogists and historians can trace the early streets of Port Aransas, the location of the Port Aransas Cemetery, and the remote Grant Ranch on Mustang Island.

  17. 1954 Map of Aransas Pass, 1964 Print
    1954 Map of Aransas Pass, 1964 Print
    1954 Aransas Pass
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Texas Gulf Coast comes alive in the mid-fifties, showing the growth of Aransas Pass and Port Aransas alongside vital rail and shipping corridors. Trace old routes like the Toll Road on Mustang Island and locate sites such as Prairie View Cem or the Coast Guard Station.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 1956 Map of Corpus Christi
    1956 Map of Corpus Christi
    1956 Corpus Christi
    1956 Print · USGS
    The South Texas coast and the burgeoning port of Corpus Christi are captured here during the mid-fifties. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-and-oil economy through labels like Robstown Airpark, Chapman Ranch, and the Missouri Pacific railroad.

  19. 1956 Map of Beeville
    1956 Map of Beeville
    1956 Beeville
    1956 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas and the brush country interior are shown in the mid-fifties, from the coastal bays to the inland oil fields. Trace the old rail lines of the Southern Pacific RR or locate the historic Matagorda Lighthouse and the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge.
    2 unique versions available

  20. 1960 Map of Beeville
    1960 Map of Beeville
    1960 Beeville
    1960 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape of growing towns and vital military outposts like Foster AFB. Researchers can trace old rail lines including the Missouri Pacific and explore the vast Aransas National Wildlife Refuge.

  21. 1960 Map of Corpus Christi
    1960 Map of Corpus Christi
    1960 Corpus Christi
    1960 Print · USGS
    Coastal South Texas and the Nueces County hinterlands are detailed in this mid-century survey. Genealogists and historians can trace early settlement patterns and rural landmarks like Casa Blanca during a period of steady regional growth.

  22. 1966 Map of Corpus Christi
    1966 Map of Corpus Christi
    1966 Corpus Christi
    1966 Print · USGS
    The Texas Coastal Bend in the mid-1960s reveals a landscape where massive cattle empires and strategic military bases meet the Gulf. Trace the vast reaches of King Ranch or locate aviation history at the Corpus Christi Air Station and Kingsville Air Station.

  23. 1968 Map of Port Aransas, 1972 Print
    1968 Map of Port Aransas, 1972 Print
    1968 Port Aransas
    1972 Print · USGS
    Port Aransas and its surrounding barrier islands are shown in detail during the late 1960s maritime era. Researchers can trace coastal development through the Mustang Beach Landing Strip, the Royal Palm Cem, and the Aransas Pass Lighthouse.
    2 unique versions available

  24. 1970 Map of Allyns Bight, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Allyns Bight, 1973 Print
    1970 Allyns Bight
    1973 Print · USGS
    San Jose Island and the Aransas coast are captured here in the early seventies, detailing a remote barrier landscape of dunes and tidal lakes. Researchers can locate the Fairmont Ranch, trace the shoreline of Allyns Bight, and identify the Wildlife Obs Station.

  25. 1971 Map of Estes, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Estes, 1973 Print
    1971 Estes
    1973 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas in the early seventies reveals a landscape of industrial infrastructure and emerging shorefront communities along the Aransas County line. Trace the rail-and-water economy at the Carbon Black Plant or locate local landmarks like San Antonio Cem and City-by-the-Sea.
    3 unique versions available

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