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1955 Map of Azle

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Azle
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1956
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1956

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Eagle Mountain Lake dominates the eastern edge of this mid-century survey, its shoreline dotted with residential and recreational developments like Eagle Acres and Newark Beach. The western landscape transitions into more rural terrain where the borders of Wise, Parker, and Tarrant Counties meet. Numerous rural hubs and family landmarks define this era of North Texas growth, including the town of Azle and smaller settlements such as Peden, Reno, and Briar.

Local genealogy and social history are well-represented by several country churches and burial grounds, such as Wesley Chapel, Friendship Ch, and the Smith-Frazier Cem. The Jacksboro Highway serves as the primary artery through the region, passing by landmarks like the Drive-in Theater and the local High Sch. The presence of several Gravel Pits and a cross-county Pipeline indicates the industrial activity supporting the area's development during the 1950s.