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1950s Maps of Matagorda County, Texas

Explore 42 historic maps of Matagorda 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.

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Start exploring Matagorda County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Matagorda County, TX maps

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  1. 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.
  4. 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.
  7. 1951 Map of Danevang, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Danevang, 1953 Print
    1951 Danevang
    1953 Print · USGS
    The coastal prairie of Wharton and Matagorda Counties comes to life in the early 1950s, showing a landscape defined by ranching and oil. Trace local community roots at Danevang, the Danevang Sch, and the oil wells surrounding Liberty Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1952 Map of Palacios SE, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Palacios SE, 1953 Print
    1952 Palacios SE
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Matagorda coast in the early fifties shows a remote stretch of the Matagorda Peninsula between the bay and the open gulf. Researchers can trace the complex wetlands of Maverick Bayou or locate the Submerged Iron Rails lying offshore.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 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
  16. 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
  19. 1952 Map of Lake Austin, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Lake Austin, 1953 Print
    1952 Lake Austin
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Matagorda County coast in the early fifties shows a landscape defined by hydraulic engineering and oil exploration. Trace the mid-century shoreline and wetland management through the Levee systems and numerous Flowing Wells near Lake Austin.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1952 Map of Palacios Point, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Palacios Point, 1953 Print
    1952 Palacios Point
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Matagorda County shoreline in the early fifties shows a landscape of strategic waterways and barrier peninsulas. Researchers can trace the engineering of the Intracoastal Waterway past Palacios Point and the remote Matagorda Peninsula.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1952 Map of Lane City SE, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Lane City SE, 1953 Print
    1952 Lane City SE
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Texas Gulf Coast comes to life in the early fifties as the oil industry expands near the winding Colorado River. Researchers can trace the legacy of the North Markham Oil Field and local landmarks like the East KO Sch and Jennings Lake.
    3 unique versions available
  28. 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
  31. 1952 Map of Pledger, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Pledger, 1953 Print
    1952 Pledger
    1953 Print · USGS
    The coastal prairie of the Texas Gulf Coast comes to life in this early 1950s survey of the Wharton and Matagorda county lines. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Union Cem and Bethlehem Ch or follow the rail junctions at Newgulf Junction and Cane Junction.
    3 unique versions available
  34. 1952 Map of Matagorda, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Matagorda, 1953 Print
    1952 Matagorda
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Matagorda coast at mid-century reveals a landscape of river islands and bayous where the rail line met the sea. Trace the old village grid near the Matagorda Cem and the Pontoon Bridge crossing the Intracoastal Waterway.
    4 unique versions available
  37. 1952 Map of Blessing SE, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Blessing SE, 1953 Print
    1952 Blessing SE
    1953 Print · USGS
    Coastal Matagorda County in the early fifties shows a landscape of river islands and drainage projects shaped by the Gulf plains. Researchers can trace the Old Railroad Grade and locate local landmarks like Tin Top, St Mary Ch, and Lake Le Tulle.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1952 Map of Palacios, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Palacios, 1953 Print
    1952 Palacios
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Matagorda County coastline comes alive in the early fifties, showing the strategic position of Palacios at the head of the bay. Researchers can trace the layout of Camp Hulen, locate the Collegeport Cem, and see the early network of Gas Wells.
    3 unique versions available
  43. 1952 Map of Dressing Point, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Dressing Point, 1953 Print
    1952 Dressing Point
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Texas coast in the early fifties shows a landscape of barrier peninsulas and engineered waterways before extensive modern development. Trace the maritime geography of Matagorda Peninsula, the access at Chinquapin Landing, and the remote Dressing Point.
  46. 1952 Map of Turtle Bay, 1953 Print
    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.
    3 unique versions available
  49. 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
  52. 1952 Map of Francitas, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Francitas, 1953 Print
    1952 Francitas
    1953 Print · USGS
    The coastal prairies of Jackson and Matagorda counties come to life in the early 1950s, showing a landscape defined by ranching and the oil industry. Researchers can trace the Missouri Pacific rail line, the Deutschburg Sch, and industrial sites like Francitas Field.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1952 Map of Matagorda SW, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Matagorda SW, 1953 Print
    1952 Matagorda SW
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Texas Gulf Coast during the early fifties reveals a dynamic landscape of barrier islands and river outlets. Coastal researchers can trace the shifting sands of the Matagorda Peninsula and the original course of the Colorado River past Tiger Island.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1952 Map of South of Palacios Point, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of South of Palacios Point, 1953 Print
    1952 South of Palacios Point
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Texas coast in the early fifties is defined here by the slender reach of the Matagorda Peninsula. Researchers can trace the mid-century shoreline and identify small markers like the Windmill and the entrance to Greens Bayou.
    2 unique versions available
  61. 1952 Map of Blessing, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Blessing, 1953 Print
    1952 Blessing
    1953 Print · USGS
    Coastal Texas in the early fifties shows a landscape of rail junctions and emerging energy fields north of the bay. Genealogists can locate Blessing Cem and Ashby Cem, or trace the rail lines through the settlement at Pheasant.
    2 unique versions available
  64. 1952 Map of Brown Cedar Cut, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Brown Cedar Cut, 1953 Print
    1952 Brown Cedar Cut
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Matagorda coast in the early fifties shows a dynamic landscape of barrier islands and vital shipping lanes. Maritime researchers can trace the original path of the Intracoastal Waterway and the tidal opening of Brown Cedar Cut.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1952 Map of Bay City, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Bay City, 1953 Print
    1952 Bay City
    1953 Print · USGS
    Bay City at the start of the fifties serves as a bustling rail and oil hub for Matagorda County. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of the Oil Refinery, the Mo Pac Sta, and local landmarks like the Hilliard Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1952 Map of Markham, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Markham, 1953 Print
    1952 Markham
    1953 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Matagorda County is defined here by the intersection of the oil industry and the rail lines of the coastal plains. Researchers can trace the development of Markham and Buckeye alongside the North Markham Oil Field and the Colorado River.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1952 Map of Francitas NE, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Francitas NE, 1953 Print
    1952 Francitas NE
    1953 Print · USGS
    The coastal plains of Jackson and Matagorda Counties come alive in the early fifties as the petroleum industry reshapes the landscape. Genealogists and industrial historians can trace the early footprints of the North Francitas Oil Field, Little Kentucky Field, and the Indefinite Boundary Survey of 1907.
    2 unique versions available
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