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1961 Map of Cove

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Cove
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

Industrial petroleum extraction and a complex labyrinth of bayous characterize this 1961 coastal landscape where the Trinity River meets Trinity Bay. The map documents a pivotal moment in the region’s development as Interstate 10 cuts a modern path across the marshlands, bypassing older local hubs like Winfree and Cove. Historically significant sites for genealogists include Montgomery Cem and Icet Cem, along with St Emily Ch and the Winfree Sch, providing a clear record of early community centers.

Water-based infrastructure and resource extraction are prominent, from the Barbers Hill Canal and its Pumping Station in the north to the extensive South Cotton Lake Oil Field. The eastern half of the sheet is dominated by a dense network of waterways including Lost Lake, Old River, and numerous smaller features like Alligator Bayou and Wet Marsh Pond, illustrating the intricate delta environment before more extensive modern modifications.