1955 Map of Almeda

About this map

Industrial expansion and agricultural legacy meet along the borders of Harris, Fort Bend, and Brazoria Counties in the mid-1950s. The northern reaches are dominated by the Blue Ridge State Prison Farm and the infrastructure of the Blue Ridge Field, where pipelines and sludge pits crisscross the landscape. Settlement patterns follow the corridor of the Missouri Pacific railroad, connecting communities like Almeda and Arcola. Local life is anchored by landmarks such as Mt Corinth Ch and the Mustang Sch (Inactive), while the Arcola-Fresno Cem and Beth Jacob Cem provide vital touchstones for genealogical research.