1985 Map of Brady

About this map

Brady Reservoir and the surrounding Brady Mountains anchor this mid-1980s landscape at the heart of Texas. The survey captures the regional hub of Brady as it appeared decades ago, serving as a crossroads for the Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe Railway and local travel. To the north, the Colorado River winds through a network of small farming and ranching communities such as Stacy, Waldrip, and Winchell, while the western reaches include the high ground of the Brady Mountains. This area is defined by its transition from open plateau to creek-carved lowlands, with the San Saba River cutting through the southern portion of the quadrangle. For those studying local heritage, the map documents numerous small settlements like West Sweden, Placid, and Whiteland alongside recreational landmarks like Lake Brady Park and Richards Park.