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2016 Map of Capers Ridge

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

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Trinity River dominates this portion of Liberty County, winding through a complex system of oxbow lakes, bayous, and wetlands that define the local geography. The settlement of Dayton Lakes sits along the river's eastern bank, surrounded by a dense network of water bodies such as Pecan Lake, New Old River Lake, and Rosewood Lake. These features reflect the dynamic hydrology of the river basin, where old channels have separated from the main flow to create a unique riparian environment.

North of the settlement, Capers Ridge provides a slight elevation change above the surrounding marshland, which includes named areas like Striplin Marsh and Prairie Marsh Gully. Recreational access is highlighted through the Brierwood Tract - Gaylor Lake Loop and the McGuire Tract - Greens Bayou Loop, illustrating how the modern landscape balances residential pockets with protected natural areas and river-centric infrastructure.