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1985 Map of Abilene

Name: 1985 Topographic Map of Abilene
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

The educational and military hub of Abilene anchors this mid-1980s landscape, where major institutions like Hardin-Simmons University, Abilene Christian College, and McMurry College are well-established. To the west, the expansive footprint of Dyess Air Force Base stands as a prominent feature, while the city's transport network is defined by the Missouri Pacific railroad and the Interstate 20 corridor. Outside the city, the terrain transitions into the Divide, a significant geographic break characterized by peaks such as Steamboat Mountain and Eagle Mountain.

Southward, the historic pass at Buffalo Gap leads toward Abilene State Park and Lake Abilene, providing a look at the region's recreational and natural geography. This survey documents the intersection of Taylor, Callahan, and Coleman counties, tracing the path of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad through smaller settlements like Tuscola, Lawn, and View. The presence of several Gravel Pits and an Oil Field near the eastern border reflects the localized industrial activity of the era.