1984 Map of Broaddus

About this map

Broaddus serves as the primary settlement hub in this East Texas landscape, situated at the intersection of local routes just east of the expansive Sam Rayburn Reservoir. The terrain is defined by the dense woodlands of the Angelina National Forest, where a complex network of waterways like Indian Creek, Caney Creek, and Owl Creek drain toward the central reservoir basin. This 1984 provisional edition reflects the area's geography following the reservoir's creation, illustrating how the flooded valley of the Angelina River reshaped local boundaries and transport. The map details numerous smaller drainage systems, including Sandy Creek and Prairie Creek, which carve through the timbered uplands. Researchers can observe the close relationship between the forest management areas and the encroaching shoreline, providing a clear record of the region's late-20th-century hydrology and rural infrastructure.