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2010 Map of Franklin Lake

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Franklin Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Neches River meanders through this portion of Southeast Texas, defining a landscape of complex waterways and seasonal wetlands. The river's winding course creates numerous oxbows and named features like Old Stove Bend, Cocklebur Bend, and Goatneck Bend, highlighting the dynamic nature of the river valley. Low-lying areas are filled with countless bodies of water, including Franklin Lake, Pool Stave Camp Lake, and the distinctly named Bear Mans Lake.

Human activity is centered on small landings and intersections, with Gore Landing positioned along the river and the settlement of Quinn located to the southeast. The map reveals a network of rural routes such as Old Tram Rd and Timber Slough Rd, which likely supported local logging or agricultural efforts. Elevated terrain features like Oak Bluff and Bear Mans Bluff provide dry ground above the surrounding sloughs and pocket lakes.