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1959 Map of Bend

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

The Colorado River winds through the border of San Saba and Lampasas Counties, carving a deep loop known as Mc Anelly Bend. The settlement of Bend sits on the eastern bank, serving as a focal point for the surrounding ranching and farming landscape during the mid-20th century. To the west, the terrain rises into limestone hills and hollows, including the curiously named Glory Hole and the prominent Round Mtn. This period of rural development is marked by established community centers like Chappel and High Valley, alongside family-named landmarks and the Barnes Ranch. The map captures the essential rural infrastructure of the era, from the Rough Creek Ch and its neighboring Rough Creek Cem to the long-reaching Pipeline that cuts across the northern ridges. Water sources like the Artesian Well and numerous creek systems, including Cherokee Creek and Gorman Creek, highlight the geological character of this Central Texas region.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1959
Date Published1979
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23.1 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain