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1965 Map of Cistern

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Cistern
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The boundary between Bastrop and Fayette Counties cuts through a landscape defined by small rural settlements and a growing energy industry in the mid-1960s. Cistern stands as a central community hub, surrounded by family-named landmarks and historical burial sites like Robbins Cem, Grays Cem, and Pscenik Cem. The terrain is deeply etched by a network of waterways, including Buckners Creek and Peach Creek, which supported agricultural life before the expansion of industrial activity.

Energy extraction is a dominant theme here, evidenced by the extensive Southwest Muldoon Oil Field in the southeastern portion and various Oil Wells and a Drill Hole near the town center. Local industry is further highlighted by a Strip Mine, Quarry, and Claypit, indicating the diverse geological resources utilized during this era. Scattered hamlets like Colony and Elm Grove provide a detailed look at the residential patterns and rural infrastructure that existed prior to major modern developments.