2016 Map of Garrison West

About this map

The boundary between Rusk Co and Nacogdoches Co bisects this East Texas landscape, where the settlement of Garrison sits on the eastern edge. This area is defined by its deep network of water sources, from the White and Red Springs to the larger Naconiche Creek drainage. The land use is marked by several Soil Conservation Service reservoirs, including Site 20 Reservoir, which illustrate the region's managed water infrastructure. Genealogists and local historians will find several well-placed family and community landmarks, such as Nails Cemetery and the Strickland Cemetery near Fitze. The terrain is also dotted with natural springs like Tonkawa Spring and Bellevue Spring, highlighting the historical importance of local water points for early rural homesteads and agricultural development.