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1952 Map of Decros Point

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Decros Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

Matagorda Peninsula separates the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico from the sheltered reaches of Matagorda Bay, providing a critical barrier for the Texas coastline. This 1952 topographic survey reveals a landscape shaped by maritime navigation and recreational development, centered on the Matagorda Club and its associated Clubhouse. The peninsula's remote geography necessitated specialized infrastructure, notably the Matagorda Peninsula Airport, which served as a primary access point for the area.

Navigational markers and industrial engineering are prominent, including the Intracoastal Waterway with its specified project depths and a Flowing Well located near the tip of Decros Point. The boundary between Calhoun and Matagorda Counties cuts through the bay, while the map records evolving shorelines through photogrammetric revisions. The presence of several cable areas and breakwaters underscores the region's importance as a conduit for shipping and communication.