1920 Map of Almeda

About this map

Almeda stands as the primary settlement in this corner of Southeast Texas during the early twentieth century, situated along the International and Great Northern railroad line. The landscape is defined by the drainage systems of Sims Bayou to the north and Clear Creek along the southern boundary, where Harris, Fort Bend, and Brazoria counties meet. A significant portion of the southern area is marked as an Unsurveyed Area, reflecting the transitional state of the coastal plains mapping at this time. The map documents a sparsely populated rural district before the suburban expansion of the region, emphasizing the importance of the rail corridor for transport and local commerce between the bayou systems.