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Old Maps of Mason, Texas for Metal Detecting

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Mason, TX maps

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  1. 1887 Map of Mason
    1887 Map of Mason
    1887 Mason
    1887 Print · USGS
    The Texas Hill Country comes into focus during the late frontier era, centering on the vital cattle and trade crossroads of Mason. Researchers can trace early German-Texan settlements and rural post offices including Loyal Valley, Hoersterville, and Fredonia.
  4. 1894 Map of Mason
    1894 Map of Mason
    1894 Mason
    1894 Print · USGS
    Texas Hill Country ranching and frontier life are captured here in the 1890s, centered on the growing county seat. Genealogists can trace family-named settlements like Bodeville and Hoersterville or remote outposts like Camp San Saba.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1954 Map of Llano, 1964 Print
    1954 Map of Llano, 1964 Print
    1954 Llano
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Texas Hill Country and Highland Lakes appear in the mid-fifties, just as new reservoirs began reshaping the landscape. Trace ranching history and river routes from Mason to Llano, or follow the Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe RR past Buchanan Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1955 Map of Llano
    1955 Map of Llano
    1955 Llano
    1955 Print · USGS
    Central Texas and the Hill Country are seen here during the mid-1950s growth of the Highland Lakes. Trace old settlements and geologic landmarks from Enchanted Rock and Longhorn Cavern to the small community of Luckenbach.
  13. 1956 Map of Llano, 1976 Print
    1956 Map of Llano, 1976 Print
    1956 Llano
    1976 Print · USGS
    The Texas Hill Country comes alive in this mid-seventies survey of the Llano Uplift and Colorado River lakes. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through settlements like Luckenbach and Castell or locate the famed L B J Ranch and Enchanted Rock.
  16. 1962 Map of Purdy Hill, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Purdy Hill, 1964 Print
    1962 Purdy Hill
    1964 Print · USGS
    Mason and the surrounding ranchlands are captured here in the early sixties, showing the town's expansion toward the Mason Mountains. Genealogists can locate family burial sites like Behrens Cem and Crosby Cem, or trace the settlement at Koockville.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1967 Map of Mason, 1970 Print
    1967 Map of Mason, 1970 Print
    1967 Mason
    1970 Print · USGS
    The Texas Hill Country town of Mason and its surrounding ranch lands are captured here in the late sixties. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites such as Hick Springs, Grossville, and various Cem locations along the Llano River.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1968 Map of Turtle Creek, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Turtle Creek, 1970 Print
    1968 Turtle Creek
    1970 Print · USGS
    The Hill Country of Mason County is defined by the confluence of the Llano River and the James River during the late 1960s. Trace ranching history and early industry through sites like the Cem, the winding James River Road, and scattered Gravel Pits.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1970 Map of Grit, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Grit, 1973 Print
    1970 Grit
    1973 Print · USGS
    Mason County ranching country is captured here during the 1970s as Highway 29 and 377 converge. Family historians can trace rural roots at Grit Cem and Cavness Cem or locate the small settlements of Grit and Streeter.
  28. 1985 Map of Mason
    1985 Map of Mason
    1985 Mason
    1985 Print · USGS
    Mason and Menard counties in the 1980s showcase a landscape defined by the rugged Mason Mountains and the winding San Saba River. Researchers can trace old community lines and landmarks from the County Airport to the rural outposts of London and Fredonia.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 2010 Map of Mason, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Mason, 2010 Print
    2010 Mason
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Grossville, Mason County, and other nearby areas
  34. 2010 Map of Grit, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Grit, 2010 Print
    2010 Grit
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Koocksville, Grit, and other nearby areas
  37. 2010 Map of Purdy Hill, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Purdy Hill, 2010 Print
    2010 Purdy Hill
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Mason County, United States, and other nearby areas
  40. 2010 Map of Turtle Creek, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Turtle Creek, 2010 Print
    2010 Turtle Creek
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Mason County, United States, and other nearby areas
  43. 2012 Map of Turtle Creek, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Turtle Creek, 2012 Print
    2012 Turtle Creek
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Mason County, United States, and other nearby areas
  46. 2012 Map of Grit, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Grit, 2012 Print
    2012 Grit
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Koocksville, Grit, and other nearby areas
  49. 2012 Map of Mason, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Mason, 2012 Print
    2012 Mason
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Grossville, Mason County, and other nearby areas
  52. 2012 Map of Purdy Hill, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Purdy Hill, 2012 Print
    2012 Purdy Hill
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Mason County, United States, and other nearby areas
  55. 2016 Map of Turtle Creek, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Turtle Creek, 2016 Print
    2016 Turtle Creek
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Mason County, United States, and other nearby areas
  58. 2016 Map of Mason, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Mason, 2016 Print
    2016 Mason
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Grossville, Mason County, and other nearby areas
  61. 2016 Map of Grit, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Grit, 2016 Print
    2016 Grit
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Koocksville, Grit, and other nearby areas
  64. 2016 Map of Purdy Hill, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Purdy Hill, 2016 Print
    2016 Purdy Hill
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Mason County, United States, and other nearby areas
  67. 2019 Map of Grit, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Grit, 2019 Print
    2019 Grit
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Koocksville, Grit, and other nearby areas
  70. 2019 Map of Purdy Hill, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Purdy Hill, 2019 Print
    2019 Purdy Hill
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Mason County, United States, and other nearby areas
  73. 2019 Map of Turtle Creek, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Turtle Creek, 2019 Print
    2019 Turtle Creek
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Mason, including Mason County, United States, and other nearby areas
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