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1950s Maps of Brazoria County, Texas

Explore 26 historic maps of Brazoria County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Brazoria County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1950s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Brazoria County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Brazoria County, TX maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Hitchcock
    1950 Map of Hitchcock
    1950 Hitchcock
    1950 Print · USGS
    Galveston County settlement at mid-century is centered on the railroad corridor between the coastal prairies and the marshy bayous. Researchers can trace family-named routes like Bene Road and Jay Road or locate the Alta Loma Cemetery and Camp Wallace Military Reservation.
  4. 1950 Map of Houston, 1953 Print
    1950 Map of Houston, 1953 Print
    1950 Houston
    1953 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas in the early fifties reveals a landscape of massive civil engineering and industrial transit. Genealogists and researchers can trace the growth of the Houston suburbs and the maritime infrastructure of Galveston Bay, including the Gulf Freeway and the Texas City Dike.
  7. 1951 Map of Bay City
    1951 Map of Bay City
    1951 Bay City
    1951 Print · USGS
    The mid-century Texas Gulf Coast comes to life in this survey of the delta region where the Brazos and Colorado Rivers meet the sea. Researchers can trace the industrial footprint of Freeport or locate family-named spots like Mangun and Hawkinsville.
  10. 1952 Map of West Columbia
    1952 Map of West Columbia
    1952 West Columbia
    1952 Print · USGS
    West Columbia during the early 1950s reveals a landscape defined by its coastal prairie hydrology and booming petroleum industry. Researchers can trace the extensive West Columbia Oil Field and Tank Farm alongside rural landmarks like St Paul Ch.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 1952 Map of Sweeny
    1952 Map of Sweeny
    1952 Sweeny
    1952 Print · USGS
    Brazoria County’s coastal prairies are shown here during a period of intense oil-sector growth in the early fifties. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Washington Chapel, the settlement of Old Ocean, and the industrial footprint of the Tank Farm.
    3 unique versions available
  16. 1952 Map of Danciger, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Danciger, 1953 Print
    1952 Danciger
    1953 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas industry and rural life meet in the early fifties as the Pledger Gas Field expands across the Brazoria County bayous. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Brown Cem and St Mary Ch near the banks of Dance Bayou.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1952 Map of Ashwood, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Ashwood, 1953 Print
    1952 Ashwood
    1953 Print · USGS
    The mid-century Texas Gulf Coast comes to life in this survey of the petroleum-rich coastal plains at the Matagorda and Brazoria county line. Researchers can trace the industrial landscape of the Old Ocean Oil Field and locate rural landmarks like Free System Cem and the Southern Pacific rail line.
    4 unique versions available
  22. 1952 Map of Cedar Lane NE, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Cedar Lane NE, 1953 Print
    1952 Cedar Lane NE
    1953 Print · USGS
    Brazoria County at mid-century reveals a landscape defined by state land use and river-based industry along the Gulf Coast. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Jerusalem Sch, the rural Galilee Ch, and the industrial Sulphur Plant.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 1952 Map of Cedar Lakes West, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Cedar Lakes West, 1953 Print
    1952 Cedar Lakes West
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Matagorda and Brazoria county line met the Texas coast in the early fifties amidst a labyrinth of marshes and industrial canals. Trace the engineering of the Intracoastal Waterway and locate remote landmarks like the Pontoon Bridge and early coastal Oil Wells.
    4 unique versions available
  28. 1952 Map of East Columbia, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of East Columbia, 1953 Print
    1952 East Columbia
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Brazos River bottomlands are captured here in the early fifties during a period of significant water engineering. You can trace family history at Munson Cem or locate old sites like Mt Zion Ch and the newly forming Mann Lake.
    3 unique versions available
  31. 1952 Map of Bay City NE, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Bay City NE, 1953 Print
    1952 Bay City NE
    1953 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas prairie life in the early fifties is mapped here along the winding banks of Caney Creek and the county line. Researchers can locate many family burial grounds and country parishes, from Matthews Cem to Vine Grove Ch and Mt Pilgrim Ch.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1952 Map of Brazoria, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Brazoria, 1953 Print
    1952 Brazoria
    1953 Print · USGS
    Brazoria and the surrounding coastal prairies are captured here in the early fifties, showing the shift from river-based settlement to a rail-centered economy. Trace family roots at Zion Temple Cem, Mims Sch, or the historic Old Brazoria townsite.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 1952 Map of Cedar Lane, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Cedar Lane, 1953 Print
    1952 Cedar Lane
    1953 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas at the start of the 1950s reveals a landscape of winding bayous and rural schoolhouses along the Matagorda county line. Genealogists can trace family footprints near Linnville, Jaden Cem, and the old Kennedy Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  40. 1953 Map of Guy, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Guy, 1954 Print
    1953 Guy
    1954 Print · USGS
    Fort Bend County at the start of the 1950s was a landscape defined by the intersection of cattle, crops, and crude oil. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near the Guy Cem, the settlement of Mooredale, and the active Damon Mound Oil Field.
    4 unique versions available
  43. 1953 Map of Damon, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Damon, 1954 Print
    1953 Damon
    1954 Print · USGS
    Brazoria County oil production and coastal prairie life are in full view during the early fifties. Genealogists and industrial historians can trace the Nash Dome Oil Field, locate the Woodrow School, and find family landmarks near Damon Mound.
    3 unique versions available
  46. 1953 Map of Otey, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Otey, 1955 Print
    1953 Otey
    1955 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas ranching and the oil industry converge along the Brazos River in the early fifties. Researchers can trace the massive Ramsey State Prison Farm complex, the Orozimbo Historical Marker, and small outposts like Guenther Station.
    4 unique versions available
  49. 1953 Map of Thompsons, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Thompsons, 1955 Print
    1953 Thompsons
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Brazos River valley in the early fifties shows a landscape transformed by petroleum at Humble Camp and Thompsons Ridge Field. Trace family roots near Thompsons and locate the Sacred Heart Church or the Darrington State Prison Farm.
    3 unique versions available
  52. 1955 Map of Friendswood, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Friendswood, 1957 Print
    1955 Friendswood
    1957 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Texas in the mid-fifties reveals an landscape of emerging aviation and oil production. Trace family landmarks and industrial roots at Ellington Air Force Base, the Friendswood Oil Field, and Whitcomb Cem.
    3 unique versions available
  55. 1955 Map of Pearland, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Pearland, 1957 Print
    1955 Pearland
    1957 Print · USGS
    The mid-century Texas coastal plain near Pearland reveals a landscape of developing suburbs and active petroleum drilling. Trace the growth of Skyscraper Shadows, locate family sites at Dagg Cem, or study the industrial footprint of the Manvel Field.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1955 Map of Almeda, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Almeda, 1957 Print
    1955 Almeda
    1957 Print · USGS
    In the mid-fifties, this portion of the Texas coastal plain was a mix of prison farms, oil fields, and rural settlements. Genealogists can locate family names and burial sites at Beth Jacob Cem or Arcola-Fresno Cem and trace the old Missouri Pacific rail corridor.
    3 unique versions available
  61. 1956 Map of Algoa, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Algoa, 1957 Print
    1956 Algoa
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Galveston and Brazoria county lines meet in the 1950s amidst a landscape of expanding oil fields and irrigation canals. Genealogists can trace family names near Magnolia Cem or follow the rail junction at Alvin and the smaller depot at Algoa.
    4 unique versions available
  64. 1956 Map of Manvel, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Manvel, 1957 Print
    1956 Manvel
    1957 Print · USGS
    Brazoria County in the mid-fifties is captured here as a landscape of oil derricks and rice canals between the growing towns of Manvel and Alvin. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Consolidated Schools, find the Manvel Cem, or locate the Hastings Siding along the Santa Fe line.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1956 Map of Houston, 1963 Print
    1956 Map of Houston, 1963 Print
    1956 Houston
    1963 Print · USGS
    Southeast Texas in the mid-fifties is captured here as a powerhouse of oil and maritime trade. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Houston and its ports, alongside landmarks like the Rice Institute and the Spindletop Oil Field.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1956 Map of Bay City, 1964 Print
    1956 Map of Bay City, 1964 Print
    1956 Bay City
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Texas Gulf Coast comes into focus in the mid-1950s, showing the intricate bayous and coastal settlements from Bay City to Freeport. Researchers can trace the legacy of shoreline communities like Sargent, Matagorda Beach, and Hawkinsville before modern coastal changes.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1958 Map of Bay City
    1958 Map of Bay City
    1958 Bay City
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Texas Gulf Coast in the late fifties shows a landscape of growing petrochemical plants and intricate wetlands. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Missouri Pacific railroad through Bay City or locate old settlements like Hinkle Ferry and Hawkinsville.
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