2010 Map of Dew

About this map

Avant Prairie and the community of Dew define the northern portion of this East Texas landscape, where the terrain is intricately carved by a network of seasonal and perennial waterways. This map documents the rural character of Freestone County, illustrating how early settlements like Luna and Freestone were established along the drainage divides between Sanders Creek and Linn Creek. The geography is notable for its numerous family and community burial grounds, including the Kendrick Cemetery, Salem Cemetery, and Philpott Cemetery, which serve as vital markers for local genealogical research. In the southern reach, the landscape transitions toward the drainage of Buffalo Creek and the North Fork Buffalo Creek, featuring significant local impoundments such as Hunt Ranch Lake Number 1 and Hunt Ranch Lake Number 2, which highlight the area's agricultural and ranching foundations.