1962 Map of Avinger

About this map

Hughes Springs and Avinger anchor this East Texas landscape, connected by the diagonal route of the Louisiana and Arkansas railroad. The terrain is defined by a dense network of tributaries including Black Cypress Creek, Hughes Creek, and Cawhorn Creek, which flow through the wooded hills of Cass and Marion counties. This early 1960s survey captures the area before extensive modern development, highlighting rural landmarks such as the Traylor Sch and Mt Moriah Ch near Hickory Hill. Significant water features like Simpson Lake and Pruitt Lake appear alongside smaller local landmarks like the Flowing Well and Roadside Park. The map also traces the industrial footprint of the era through a prominent pipeline and the Sewage Disposal facility near the northern municipal boundary. The topography is marked by distinct rises such as Donaldson Mountain and Mt Moriah, providing a clear view of the natural drainage patterns of the region.