1967 Map of Ballinger

About this map

Ballinger sits at the strategic confluence of the Colorado River and Elm Creek in Central Texas, serving as a regional hub of transportation and civic life during the late 1960s. The town grid is anchored by the Courthouse, City Hall, and the Armory, while industrial and aviation activity is marked by numerous Gravel Pits and the Middleton Landing Strip. Beyond the residential streets, the landscape transitions into a series of smaller watercourses like Pony Creek and Spur Creek, where the rural community of Bethel and landmarks like the Drive-in Theater highlight the area's mid-century character. Notable local history sites include the Evergreen Cem and Bruce Field, providing researchers with clear evidence of established family lineages and infrastructure in Runnels County.