1957 Map of Chilton

About this map

The community of Chilton serves as the focal point of this Falls County landscape, situated at a crossroads just west of the Deer Creek Oil Field. This survey shows a transition from agricultural bottoms along the Brazos R to the upland prairies characterized by numerous small branches and creeks like Cow Bayou and Bull Hide Creek. Evidence of local industry and infrastructure is present in the Old Railroad Grade and several Gravel Pits scattered near the river. Local genealogy and social history are anchored by landmarks such as Cedar Valley Ch and Little Deer Creek Ch, alongside small rural settlements including Satin, Golinda, and North Prairie. The map's terrain is defined by a network of levees protecting the lowlands, reflecting a landscape shaped by water management and the demands of both ranching and early petroleum exploration.