Old Maps of Nueces County, Texas

1. 1924 Map of Petronilla

   

   1924 Petronilla

   1924 Print · USGS

   Coastal Texas ranching and cotton farming come to life in the twenties as rail lines connected these plains to wider markets. Trace family lands and rural school sites like Norwood School alongside cattle operations at Ratamosa Ranch and Santa Cruz Ranch.

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4. 1925 Map of Robstown

   

   1925 Robstown

   1925 Print · USGS

   Coastal Texas near the Nueces River delta was a landscape of rail junctions and riverine wetlands during the mid-1920s. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Ward 1 School or trace the early development of Robstown and Nuecestown.

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7. 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.

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10. 1925 Map of Oso Creek

    

    1925 Oso Creek

    1925 Print · USGS

    The Texas coastline near Corpus Christi is captured in the mid-1920s, revealing a landscape of coastal ranching and rural schoolhouses. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like El Camito Ranch, the Morgan Gin, and the Aberdeen Church.

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13. 1925 Map of Corpus Christi, 1949 Print

    

    1925 Corpus Christi

    1949 Print · USGS

    Corpus Christi and the surrounding coastal plains are captured here in the 1920s, showing the early rail-and-port network of the Texas coast. Researchers can trace rural school locations like Sodville School and early industry at the West Portland Gin.

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16. 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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19. 1951 Map of Portland, 1952 Print

    

    1951 Portland

    1952 Print · USGS

    Coastal Texas in the early fifties is defined here by the maritime and rail activity surrounding Portland. Local historians can trace the original path of the Nueces Bay Causeway, the Southern Pacific line, and the dredging of the Corpus Christi Ship Channel.

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22. 1951 Map of Corpus Christi, 1952 Print

    

    1951 Corpus Christi

    1952 Print · USGS

    Corpus Christi at the dawn of the fifties showcases a bustling deep-water port and a rapidly expanding Texas coastal city. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations through dozens of neighborhood landmarks, including Rose Hill Cem, St Therese Sch, and Cliff Maus Airport.

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25. 1951 Map of Corpus Christi, 1952 Print

    

    1951 Corpus Christi

    1952 Print · USGS

    Corpus Christi and its surrounding bays were undergoing significant industrial and maritime growth in the early fifties. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots at Bellevue Cem or locate former landmarks like Rosita Ranch and the Cliff Maus Airport.

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28. 1951 Map of Crane Islands NW, 1953 Print

    

    1951 Crane Islands NW

    1953 Print · USGS

    Coastal Texas near Corpus Christi is captured here in the early fifties, showing the barrier island chain before significant modern development. You can trace the early industrial footprint of the Oil Field and military installations at Corpus Christi Naval Air Station and Demit Island.

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31. 1951 Map of Oso Creek NW, 1953 Print

    

    1951 Oso Creek NW

    1953 Print · USGS

    Coastal Nueces County is seen here during the post-war suburban boom, as the residential streets of Corpus Christi expand south toward Gardendale. Researchers can trace the era's naval aviation footprint at Cabaniss Field and Rodd Field, or locate rural landmarks like Kostoryz Sch and London Sch.

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34. 1951 Map of Oso Creek NE, 1953 Print

    

    1951 Oso Creek NE

    1953 Print · USGS

    Coastal Texas near the bay is defined by its strategic military role and growing shoreline communities in the early fifties. Trace the layout of the Corpus Christi Naval Air Station and find family landmarks at Flour Bluff or the University of Corpus Christi.

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37. 1951 Map of Crane Islands SW, 1953 Print

    

    1951 Crane Islands SW

    1953 Print · USGS

    The Texas coast near the Nueces and Kleberg county line is captured here in the early fifties, showing the raw landscape of the barrier islands. Researchers can locate County Park No 1, the local landmark Fourmile Hill, and the project depth of the Intracoastal Waterway.

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40. 1951 Map of Oso Creek, 1953 Print

    

    1951 Oso Creek

    1953 Print · USGS

    The Texas Gulf Coast comes alive in the early fifties as military aviation and ranching shape the outskirts of Corpus Christi. Local researchers can trace the growth of Flour Bluff, locate the historic Chapman Ranch, and identify numerous military sites like Rodd Field.

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43. 1951 Map of Crane Islands, 1957 Print

    

    1951 Crane Islands

    1957 Print · USGS

    The Texas barrier islands are caught in a moment of post-war coastal development and military expansion. Trace the early layout of the Corpus Christi Naval Air Station and maritime routes through Corpus Christi Pass and Packery Channel.

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46. 1954 Map of Orange Grove, 1956 Print

    

    1954 Orange Grove

    1956 Print · USGS

    South Texas at the height of the mid-century oil boom reveals a landscape defined by ranching heritage and energy extraction. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites and vanished landmarks like Leona Sch, Fort Lipantitlan, and the Old San Patricio Cemetery.

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49. 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.

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52. 1954 Map of Port Ingleside, 1956 Print

    

    1954 Port Ingleside

    1956 Print · USGS

    The Texas coast near Corpus Christi is captured here in the mid-1950s during a period of significant industrial and maritime expansion. Researchers can trace early energy infrastructure at the Tank Farm and follow the old Southern Pacific line near Ingleside.

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55. 1954 Map of Robstown, 1956 Print

    

    1954 Robstown

    1956 Print · USGS

    Coastal Texas in the mid-fifties comes alive through this detailed survey of the rail and petroleum corridor between Robstown and Odem. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Hudson Acres, old schools like Tuloso-Midway Sch, and the Moravian Community Hall.

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58. 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.

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61. 1954 Map of Kingsville, 1956 Print

    

    1954 Kingsville

    1956 Print · USGS

    Coastal Bend life in the 1950s centered on the growing college town of Kingsville and the nearby naval installations. Local historians can trace the early footprint of the Texas College of Arts and Industries, the Celanese Plant, and the borders of the King Ranch.

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64. 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.

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67. 1954 Map of Petronila, 1956 Print

    

    1954 Petronila

    1956 Print · USGS

    The South Texas coastal plain during the mid-fifties shows a fascinating transition from ranching to a landscape of oil fields and naval aviation. Researchers can trace historic properties like Laureles Ranch alongside petroleum landmarks like the Luby Oil Field and numerous inactive training sites such as Naval Auxiliary Field 22.

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70. 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.

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73. 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.

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