2022 Map of Garrison West

About this map

The eastern edge of Garrison and the small community of Fitze anchor this survey of the East Texas timberlands along the Rusk and Nacogdoches county line. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of waterways, including the winding Naconiche Creek and Sandy Creek, which drain a terrain of numerous named branches and springs. For genealogists, the map identifies several local burial grounds such as Walnut Grove Cem, Holly Springs Cem, and Strickland Cem, which often represent the focal points of early rural settlement patterns. The presence of Tonkawa Spring and Bellevue Spring highlights the historic importance of reliable water sources in this region. This modern topographic study also records water management features like the Soil Conservation Service Site 20 Reservoir, contrasting against older landmarks like Curtis Smith Lake.