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1959 Map of Girard

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of Girard
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1960
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

The town of Girard sits at the northern edge of the West Texas landscape, positioned where the Fort Worth and Denver (Burlington) railroad cuts across the plains. This late 1950s survey reveals a landscape shaped by both early industry and ranching infrastructure. Scattered throughout the brushy terrain are essential water sources named for local families, such as the North Whatley Windmill, South Whatley Windmill, and North Floyd Windmill.

Topography is dominated by the winding path of Duck Creek and its tributary, West Duck Creek, which carve deep breaks into the earth southwest of town. Cultural landmarks include the Girard Cem and a local Athletic Field, reflecting the social core of this Kent County community. Several Gravel Pits and the prominent high point at VABM Okeefe 2130 further define the local geography during this era of post-war rural development.