2016 Map of Hamshire

About this map

Low-lying coastal plains and extensive wetland networks define this landscape on the border of Chambers and Jefferson counties. The settlements of Hamshire, Winnie, and Stowell cluster in the western and northern sections, connected by a grid of local roads including FM 1406 and SHF 3 W. Significant drainage features like Mayhaw Bayou and the S Fork Taylor Bayou wind through the marshy terrain, which is punctuated by topographical markers such as Big Hill. Historical land use is evident in the presence of the Woodrow Cem and aviation landmarks like the Griffith Ranch Airport and Wilber Farms Airport, suggesting a mix of agricultural operations and rural infrastructure typical of this Gulf Coast region.