1961 Map of Eolian

About this map

The Shackelford Co Stephens Co border runs through this West Texas landscape, dominated by the drainage basins of Hubbard Creek and Sandy Creek. This early 1960s survey documents the area just as the West Central Texas Municipal Water District was preparing for major changes, indicated by blue hatching that shows land soon to be submerged by Hubbard Creek Lake. The rural settlement of Eolian stands near the center of the sheet, while genealogists can find localized history at Plum Branch Cem, Shady Grove Cem, and Battle Creek Cem. Historical industry is represented by the Mankins Mill (Site) near Bear Branch, and the varied terrain is carved by numerous seasonal waterways including Dry Branch, Meeks Branch, and Brushy Creek.