1954 Map of Austin West

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Lake Austin carves a deep path through the western hills of the Texas state capital in this mid-century survey, revealing a landscape defined by sharp elevation changes and institutional expansion. The Austin City Bdy encloses the burgeoning residential streets of Brykerwood and Capitol Heights, while the western banks remain dominated by prominent peaks like Mount Bonnell and Mount Larson. Significant social and civic landmarks are documented throughout the city's edge, including the Texas Confederate Home and the Texas Blind Deaf and Orphan Sch, alongside military infrastructure at the Camp Mabry Military Reservation. Recreation and industry meet at the Tom Miller Dam, which regulates the river upstream from the popular Barton Springs and the expansive Zilker Park, providing a detailed look at the city's early suburban and utility footprint.