1959 Map of Gonzales South

About this map

The confluence of the San Marcos River and the Guadalupe River dominates this landscape south of Gonzales. The map captures a transitional rural environment where water management and industrial extraction intersect with legacy family settlements. Notable water features include Wood Lake (H-5 Lake) and Stahl Lake, while numerous gravel and clay pits along the riverbanks indicate the importance of resource extraction to the local economy. Several small burial grounds, such as De Witt Cem and Watson Cem, are scattered across the terrain, providing essential touchpoints for genealogists tracing family histories in this part of Gonzales County. From the prominent Santa Anna Mound to the small community of Summerville, the map details a region defined by its winding waterways and the creeks that feed them, including Tinsley Creek and Sadberry Creek.