1927 Map of Blum

About this map

The Brazos River carves a winding path through the center of this 1920s landscape, defining the boundaries of Johnson, Hill, and Bosque counties. A complex network of river crossings and hollows characterizes the terrain, with family-named landmarks like Robison Bluff and Broken Rock Hollow providing reference points for early twentieth-century residents. The settlement of Blum serves as a central hub where the Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe RR crosses the Nolan River. Local life centers around a series of rural education outposts, including Plainview School, Live Oak School, and Steiner Valley School. Before modern bridging, river transit relied on identified points such as Helps Crossing and Powell Crossing. These landmarks, along with the Heath Cem, offer a detailed look at the social and physical infrastructure of this Central Texas region during the mid-1920s.