1952 Map of Austwell

About this map

The coastal marshlands of the Texas Gulf Coast come into sharp focus near the settlement of Austwell, where the Missouri Pacific railroad cuts across the low-lying prairie. This mid-century landscape is defined by the intricate delta where the Guadalupe River splits into the North Guadalupe River and South Guadalupe River, feeding into the expansive Mission Lake. The geography is a labyrinth of brackish waterways and family-named landmarks like Schwing's Slough and Mamie Bayou, reflecting an era of intricate water management and agricultural drainage.