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1942 Map of Big Spring North
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1942 Map of Big Spring North

USGS Topo · Published 1942

About this map

Big Spring and the surrounding West Texas plains are documented here just as the petroleum and agricultural industries were shaping Howard County. The Texas And Pacific railroad corridor serves as the primary axis of development, connecting Coahoma and Sand Springs while supporting a burgeoning industrial landscape that includes a Refinery and a large Tank Farm. Rural life is anchored by a dense network of country schools and churches, such as Richland Sch and Salem Ch, serving scattered homesteads and larger operations like the Reed Ranch. Beyond the concentrated activity in the south, the terrain is defined by the drainages of Morgan Creek and Wildhorse Creek, which cut through the landscape toward distinctive elevations like Flattop Mtn. This survey captures a transitional moment for the region, balancing traditional ranching with modern infrastructure like the State Hospital and an early Airway Beacon.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1942
Date Published1942
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.9 x 19.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain