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1984 Map of Beech Grove

Name: 1984 Topographic Map of Beech Grove
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Beech Grove anchors the northwest corner of this East Texas survey, where the landscape is defined by an intricate network of waterways draining toward the Neches River basin. Small rural settlements like Oak Hill and Spring Hill are situated along the higher ground between the numerous creeks and branches that dissect the timbered terrain. The drainage pattern is particularly dense in this area, with notable watercourses such as Sandy Creek, Big Walnut Run, and Hurricana Branch creating a complex topography of ridges and draws.

The mapping reveals the developmental footprint of the mid-1980s, showcasing a mix of established roads and unimproved tracks that connect these community hubs. Genealogists and local historians can trace the proximity of family settlements to landmarks like Pickering Creek and Boggy Creek, while the mention of Mill Branch suggests the historical industrial or agricultural utility of these small streams in the early development of Jasper County.