2016 Map of Arbala

About this map

Arbala and Bonanza sit at the intersection of Hopkins, Rains, and Wood Counties, where the East Texas landscape is defined by the branching waterways of Case Lake. This 2016 survey documents a rural environment heavily marked by family history, with numerous small burial grounds such as Welch Cem, Ishmeal Cem, and Elm Cem scattered across the countryside. The geography is dominated by a complex network of creeks including Gordon Br and White Oak Br, which feed into the larger reservoirs. The presence of John R. Armstrong Memorial Field and the Robertson-Henrys Chapel Cem suggests a community where modern recreational spaces coexist with historic local foundations. This map provides a clear view of the rural road network, from state routes like FM 1567 to numerous county roads that connect these small settlements and historic landmarks.