Old Maps of Calhoun County, Texas

1. 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.

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4. 1951 Map of Keller Bay, 1953 Print

   

   1951 Keller Bay

   1953 Print · USGS

   The Calhoun County coastline in the early fifties shows a landscape of shallow estuaries and maritime hazards. Researchers can trace the shifting sands of Indianola Island and locate specific sites like a Sunken Wreck or the coastal Landing Field.

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7. 1952 Map of Port Lavaca East, 1953 Print

   

   1952 Port Lavaca East

   1953 Print · USGS

   The Texas Gulf Coast comes into focus in the early fifties, showing the working waterfronts and small beach communities of Calhoun County. Genealogists and historians can locate the Indianola Cem, the old Wilkins Sch, and landmarks like Magnolia Beach.

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10. 1952 Map of Mosquito Point, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Mosquito Point

    1953 Print · USGS

    The Texas Gulf Coast comes to life in this mid-century survey of Calhoun County, where military training grounds and energy extraction meet the sea. Trace the early oil and gas industry near Mosquito Point or explore the extensive Matagorda Island Bombing and Gunnery Range.

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13. 1952 Map of Pass Cavallo SW, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Pass Cavallo SW

    1953 Print · USGS

    Matagorda Island was a pivotal military site during the early Cold War, serving as a strategic barrier between the Gulf and the bay. Researchers can trace the layout of the Matagorda Island Air Force Base, the U S Coast Guard Station, and the sprawling Bombing and Gunnery Range.

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16. 1952 Map of Point Comfort, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Point Comfort

    1953 Print · USGS

    Experience the Texas coast in the early fifties as the industrial footprint at Point Comfort expanded alongside the Lavaca River. Local researchers can trace the oil wells of Lake Field and maritime landmarks like Gallinipper Reef.

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19. 1952 Map of Long Island, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Long Island

    1953 Print · USGS

    The Calhoun County coast in the early fifties shows a landscape defined by military training and complex tidal geography. Researchers can trace the bounds of the Matagorda Island Bombing and Gunnery Range and locate landmarks like Josephine Reef and Rahal Bayou.

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22. 1952 Map of Tivoli, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Tivoli

    1953 Print · USGS

    Coastal prairie life in Refugio County during the early fifties revolved around the railroad and river systems. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of Tivoli and Maudlowe, alongside ranching landmarks like Red Mill Tank and Anaqua Tank.

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25. 1952 Map of Bloomington SW, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Bloomington SW

    1953 Print · USGS

    The lower reaches of the Guadalupe and San Antonio rivers met in the early fifties amidst a growing coastal oil economy. Trace family landmarks like Rudolph Cem or follow the Missouri Pacific railroad as it crosses Cushman Bayou.

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28. 1952 Map of Olivia, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Olivia

    1953 Print · USGS

    Coastal Calhoun and Jackson counties are captured in the early fifties as these bayfront communities thrived on the Gulf. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Olivia, find the Olivia Eden Ch, and locate old landmarks like Port Alto and Weedhaven.

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31. 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.

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34. 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.

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37. 1952 Map of Kamey, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Kamey

    1953 Print · USGS

    Along the edges of Lavaca Bay in the early fifties, the coastal prairie was a landscape of tide-water marshes and rising energy infrastructure. Researchers can trace the Southern Pacific rail line to Kamey or locate Sixmile Sch and dozens of flowing wells.

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40. 1952 Map of Seadrift NE, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Seadrift NE

    1953 Print · USGS

    Coastal Calhoun County in the early fifties shows a landscape of tidal marshes and emerging industry. Trace early petroleum infrastructure like the Pipe Line and Oil Wells alongside the waters of Powderhorn Lake and Dewberry Island.

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43. 1952 Map of Panther Point, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Panther Point

    1953 Print · USGS

    Matagorda Island in the early fifties shows the intersection of military training and coastal geography. Researchers can trace the extent of the Matagorda Island Bombing and Gunnery Range and find landmarks like Panther Point and Cedar Point.

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46. 1952 Map of Turtle Bay, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Turtle Bay

    1953 Print · USGS

    The Matagorda County coastline during the early fifties reveals a landscape of coastal defenses and aviation infrastructure. Researchers can locate Camp Hulen, the Palacios Municipal Airport, and rural landmarks like Carancahua Ch.

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49. 1952 Map of Austwell, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Austwell

    1953 Print · USGS

    The Texas Gulf Coast near the Refugio and Calhoun county line is captured here in the early fifties, showing a land defined by water and rail. Trace the railhead at Austwell, locate the Austwell Cem, and explore the marshes of Mission Lake.

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52. 1952 Map of Seadrift, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Seadrift

    1953 Print · USGS

    Seadrift and the Calhoun County coast come alive in the early 1950s as the local economy shifts toward the Long Mott Oil Field. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Missouri Pacific rail line and locate the Stienberg Cem or Roemerville Sch.

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55. 1952 Map of Port Lavaca West, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Port Lavaca West

    1953 Print · USGS

    Coastal Texas at mid-century shows the intersection of industry and the gulf at Port Lavaca and Chocolate Bay. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Branch Cem, trace the Southern Pacific rail line, or find the old Tanner Airport.

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58. 1952 Map of Placedo, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Placedo

    1953 Print · USGS

    The Texas coastal plain near Victoria emerges as a center for oil and rail in the early fifties. Genealogists and researchers can trace the industrial footprint of Placedo Field and find historic sites in Placedo, Dacosta, and Carr.

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61. 1952 Map of Panther Point NE, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Panther Point NE

    1953 Print · USGS

    Matagorda Island was defined by its dual role as a coastal ranch and military training site during the early fifties. Researchers can trace the footprint of the Matagorda Island Bombing and Gunnery Range and find landmarks like Power Lake and a lone Windmill.

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64. 1952 Map of Decros Point, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Decros Point

    1953 Print · USGS

    The Texas coastline in the early fifties reveals the specialized development of the Matagorda Peninsula and its maritime channels. Researchers can trace the layout of the Matagorda Club, the local Matagorda Club Airport, and several artesian Flowing Wells among the dunes.

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67. 1952 Map of Green Lake, 1953 Print

    

    1952 Green Lake

    1953 Print · USGS

    The Texas Gulf Coast comes to life in the early fifties, showing a landscape shaped by petroleum and coastal wetlands. Researchers can trace the Heyser Oil Field and the Missouri Pacific rail line through Heyser and Green Lake.

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70. 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.

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73. 1952 Map of Port O'Connor, 1954 Print

    

    1952 Port O'Connor

    1954 Print · USGS

    The Texas Gulf Coast comes to life in the early fifties as Port O'Connor anchors a landscape of barrier islands and military ranges. Trace coastal heritage through the U S Coast Guard Station, Submerged Ruins, and the sprawling Matagorda Island Bombing and Gunnery Range.

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