2011 Map of Arbala

About this map

The sprawling waters of Lake Fork Reservoir dominate the landscape of Hopkins and Rains counties, creating a complex system of inlets and fingers that define the local geography. Small rural settlements like Arbala, Bonanza, and Poole are connected by a network of county roads and farm-to-market routes, including FM 1567 and FM 514. This terrain is deeply marked by its family and community history, evidenced by numerous burial grounds such as the Ishmeal Cemetery, Welch Cemetery, and the uniquely named Robertson-Henrys Chapel Cemetery. The map captures a landscape where the natural hydrology of White Oak Branch and Penson Spring Branch has been transformed by modern reservoir development, yet the original rural framework of small holdings and local landmarks remains clearly visible.