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1962 Map of Gause

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Gause
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

The Brazos River and Little River converge in this 1960s landscape, marking the boundary between Robertson and Milam counties. The topography is dominated by the elevations of Sugarloaf Mountain and Long Mountain which stand in contrast to the winding river bottoms. The town of Gause serves as a central hub along the Missouri Pacific line, showing a concentrated grid of streets and several local landmarks including Stephen Chapel.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant value in the distribution of family and community burial sites across the countryside, such as Nashville Cem, Long Cem, and Armstrong Cem. The map also documents several rural congregations like Mt Tabor Ch and the Church of God and Christ. River history is captured at Port Sullivan, once a significant port and educational center, situated near an old Lock on the Brazos, reflecting the early river-based economy and transportation routes of the region.