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1959 Map of Bend

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of Bend
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1960
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1960

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The Colorado River carves a deep arc through the eastern edge of this landscape, defining the border between San Saba and Lampasas Counties. This 1959 survey reveals a rural Texas Hill Country environment shaped by narrow drainage networks like Rough Creek and Cherokee Creek that feed into the river's basin. The small settlement of Bend anchors the northern bend of the river, while the tiny community of Chappel is positioned further west near Cedar Creek.

Land use is characterized by large agricultural holdings, evidenced by the Barnes Ranch in the south and the sprawling Mc Anelly bend. Local history is anchored by the Bend Cem and Rough Creek Ch, which served as community hubs for remote families. Notable terrain markers like Round Mtn, High Valley, and the intriguing Glory Hole provide distinct reference points for researchers tracing old property lines or family homesteads.