1954 Map of Abilene
USGS Topo · Published 1966About this map
Abilene and its surrounding central Texas plains are depicted here during a period of significant water infrastructure expansion and petroleum activity. The map showcases a landscape defined by its transition from frontier ranching to a modern industrial and military hub, particularly visible near the Fort Phantom Hill Ruins and the extensive network of oil and gas fields peppered across the ranchlands. The development of major reservoirs like Hubbard Creek Lake, Leon Reservoir, and Possum Kingdom Lake illustrates the region's mid-century effort to manage the water resources of the Clear Fork Brazos River and Sabana River.
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Editions of this 1954 Abilene Map
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Historical Maps of Abilene Through Time
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