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2016 Map of Boling

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Boling
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The San Bernard River defines the boundary between Wharton Co and Fort Bend Co, snaking through a landscape of dense wetlands and drainage sloughs. This coastal prairie terrain is marked by numerous bayous and seasonal water bodies such as Cypress Slough, Turkey Slough, and White Oak Slough, illustrating the intricate natural hydrology of the region. The settlement of Boling sits at the junction of several farm-to-market roads, serving as a hub for the surrounding agricultural and industrial lands.

Evidence of local history and community is found in the scattered burial grounds, including Shiloh Cem and the Snake Creek Cem. To the southeast, the industrial footprint of the Texas sulfur industry is visible in the layout of Newgulf, which was established as a company town. The proximity of the New Gulf Reservoir and New Gulf Airport further highlights the managed water and transportation infrastructure required for the regional economy during this period.