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1991 Map of Gainesville

Name: 1991 Topographic Map of Gainesville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

The Red River snakes through a complex borderland of northern Texas and southern Oklahoma, defining a landscape shaped by both water and petroleum. This 1991 compilation shows the intricate bends of the river, including Sivells Bend and Illinois Bend, which have long dictated the placement of cross-border settlements like Spanish Fort and Thackerville. The regional economy is clearly marked by extensive energy development, with the Greenbrier Oil Field and Hildreth Oil Field punctuating the plains between major hubs like Gainesville and Bowie.

Genealogists and local historians can trace the transition from older transport methods to modern infrastructure, noted by the presence of an Old Railroad Grade near Saint Jo. Significant water features like Lake Texoma and Moss Lake contrast with the rugged terrain of the Hildreth Hills and prominent landmarks like Queens Peak, offering a comprehensive look at the geography of Cooke and Montague counties during the late twentieth century.