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2013 Map of Halls Bluff

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Halls Bluff
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Trinity River defines the landscape of this Houston County region, carving a deep, winding course that has shaped local transportation and settlement patterns for generations. At Halls Bluff, the river is marked by the Trinity River Loading and Landing and the Iron Bridge, highlighting the historic importance of this corridor for moving goods. The terrain is characterized by a series of prominent river features such as Yellow Bluff, Wiggins Bluff, and the sharp oxbow of the Big Bend.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant detail in the family-named landmarks and rural infrastructure. The map identifies specific agricultural holdings including the Caroline Williams Farm, Mose Owens Farm, and Wilmore Farm. Local burial sites like Smith Cem, Campbell Cem, and Porter Springs Cem are clearly marked, alongside the small community of Malvern. Away from the main river channel, the hydrology is complex, featuring Busch Slough, Black Lake, and the Kickapoo Rapids.