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2019 Map of Cartwright

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Cartwright
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Big Sandy Creek and its complex network of tributaries define the landscape of eastern Wood County on this 2019 survey. The map details a predominantly rural area marked by established communities like Cartwright, Little Hope, and Oak Grove. The hydrology is particularly intricate here, with numerous small waterways such as Burleson Branch, Jarred Branch, and Stout Creek feeding into the larger drainage systems. This modern survey reflects the enduring settlement patterns of the region, where local roads often follow the natural contours shaped by these water bodies.

Water-driven features such as Midway Lake, Crones Pond, and the evocatively named Floating Glade near Round Lake highlight the low-lying, wetland-rich character of the terrain. The presence of Slough Bridge Branch suggests historical crossing points in an area where the marshy surroundings of Big Sandy Creek have long influenced local transport and land use. For those studying the recent geography of Wood County, this sheet provides a clear view of the intersection between small East Texas townships and their environment.