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1954 Map of Austin East

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Austin East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1956
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1956

About this map

The Colorado River serves as the southern anchor for this mid-century look at the state capital's eastward expansion. The urban footprint is dominated by institutional giants, most notably the University of Texas and Huston Tillotson College, alongside the expansive grounds of the Municipal Airport. This period reveals a landscape transitioning from the historic core toward new subdivisions, yet it remains anchored by significant cultural landmarks like the Elisabet Ney Museum and the French Embassy.

Tracing the north-south routes of the Texas and New Orleans (Southern Pacific) and Missouri Kansas Texas railroads, the map highlights the proximity of industry and agriculture to the city center. Outlying areas like Fiskville and the Austin State School Farm Colony sit near the wandering Walnut Creek, while central life is defined by schools and churches such as St Marys Academy and New Hope Ch. The density of cemeteries, including Oakwood Cemetery and the State Cem, provides a detailed record of the city's early heritage and notable residents.