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2019 Map of Freeport

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Freeport
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Freeport and its surrounding coastal settlements are documented here at a time of significant industrial and maritime activity along the Texas Gulf Coast. The landscape is defined by the complex hydrology of the Old Brazos River and the Freeport Harbor Channel, which facilitate the region's deep-water commerce. The map provides a detailed look at the historic community of Velasco and its modern extension, Velasco Heights, alongside the residential blocks of Lake Jackson.

Coastal geography is particularly detailed, showing the proximity of Quintana to the mouth of the river and the recreational stretches of Quintana Beach and Bryan Beach. Inland, the Flag Lake Drainage Canal and the meandering path of Oyster Creek illustrate the managed drainage systems essential to this low-lying area. Maritime infrastructure is prominent, with the Intracoastal Waterway and various cuts like the Bryan Cut highlighting the region's role as a vital transportation hub.