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2016 Map of Grand Bluff

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Grand Bluff
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Sabine River snakes through the heart of this landscape, forming the boundary between Harrison and Panola Counties near the settlement of Grand Bluff. This riverine environment is defined by a complex network of seasonal waterways and wetlands, including Caney Slough, Greer Slough, and Water Gap Slough. Navigation and fishing history are etched into the river's path through named river features such as Shoemaker Bluff, Watt Shoals, and the uniquely named Baker Fish Hole. These labels suggest a long-standing local reliance on the river for both sustenance and travel.

Upland from the river bottom, the map documents several community anchors vital to local genealogists. Piney Grove Cem, Shady Grove Cem, and Crossroads Cem mark established rural neighborhoods, while roads like Tram Rd and Piney Grove School Rd point to earlier eras of timber extraction and rural education. The landscape is dotted with numerous small water bodies like Akins Lake, Straight Lake, and the Minnow Ponds, illustrating the well-watered nature of the East Texas piney woods.