1986 Map of Dallas

About this map

Dallas serves as the focal point of this mid-1980s planimetric study, showcasing a metropolis defined by its complex network of arterial highways and historic rail lines. The Trinity River and its branches, the Elm Fork and West Fork, cut through the urban center, while large reservoirs like Lake Ray Hubbard and Lake Tawakoni to the east illustrate the region's managed water resources. The map captures the significant sprawl connecting satellite cities like Irving, Garland, and Mesquite.