1959 Map of Cedar Hill

About this map

The Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe railroad serves as the primary corridor for growth in the late 1950s, cutting diagonally through Cedar Hill and the surrounding prairie. This area, marking the boundary between Dallas and Ellis counties, reveals a transitional landscape where early agriculture and rural encampments meet post-war expansion. Local social life is anchored by community landmarks such as Camp Ellowi, Camp Tammi Habi, and the Mount Lebanon Encampment, reflecting a region significant for youth and religious retreats. To the south, the settlement of Ovilla and the Shiloh Cumberland Church maintain a traditional rural character along the winding course of Red Oak Creek. The map also records the early reach of Dallas media, noting the presence of the Wfaa and Krld television towers on the high ground near the escarpment.