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1960 Map of Blanchard

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Blanchard
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1961
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1961

About this map

The Trinity River snakes through the bottomlands of Polk and San Jacinto counties, defining a landscape of complex waterways and dense vegetation before the massive reservoir projects of later decades. This 1960 survey captures the rural character of the region, anchored by the settlement of Blanchard and the historical location of Tigerville. The terrain is marked by a network of seasonal sloughs and creeks, including Indian Slough, Penwa Slough, and the uniquely named Alligator Hole.

Evidence of early industry and infrastructure is found in the Old Railroad Grade and an Aqueduct near West Tempe Creek. For those researching local heritage, the map identifies specific community focal points like Garner Chapel and Pleasant Hill Ch, as well as named landmarks like Moore Hill and the small settlement of Swarput. The presence of a Pumping Sta and numerous named ponds like Gin House Pond reflect the importance of water management in this river-valley economy.