2019 Map of Hamshire

About this map

The settlement of Hamshire serves as the focal point of this coastal prairie landscape along the Chambers and Jefferson county line. The terrain is defined by a complex network of drainage systems, including Mayhaw Bayou and the meandering South Fork Taylor Bayou, which shape the agricultural and ranching patterns of the region. Local land use is characterized by large estates and aviation interests, evidenced by the presence of the Griffith Ranch Airport and Wilber Farms Airport. To the north, the Woodrow Cem provides a point of genealogical interest, while the elevation at Big Hill stands out against the surrounding wetlands. This survey illustrates the modern road grid, where historic routes like Old Big Hill Rd and Hamshire Rd connect scattered farmsteads across the marshy Texas lowlands.