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2016 Map of Emory South

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Emory South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Sabine River forms a complex, meandering boundary between Rains and Van Zandt counties, defining the southern portion of this landscape. The river valley is characterized by numerous secondary waterways and wetlands, including Holcomb Slough, Yellow Steer Slough, and Little Slough, which weave through the lowlands near Martin Bluff. These features illustrate the hydrologic character of the region before further modern engineering might alter the natural drainage patterns of the river basin.

Further north, the settlement of Emory sits at a crossroads of commerce and local history. The surrounding countryside is dotted with numerous family and community landmarks that are essential for genealogical research. Sites such as Smyrna Church, Rocky Point Cem, and Woosley Cem serve as anchors for the rural community. The concentration of cemeteries like Danley Cem and Campbell Cem along the road networks reflects the long-standing family ties to this portion of East Texas.