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1995 Map of Harmaston

Name: 1995 Topographic Map of Harmaston
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1999
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1999

About this map

The Lake Houston shoreline and the upper reaches of the San Jacinto River define this portion of Harris County, where suburban expansion meets managed wetlands and industrial infrastructure. The landscape is characterized by planned residential developments such as Atascocita Forest, Timber Hills, and Lake Shadows, which contrast with the open waters and marshes of the Sheldon State Wildlife Management Area. Extensive Oil Wells and several pits are scattered across the terrain, reflecting the region's long-standing connection to resource extraction.

Local history is preserved at the Harrington Cem and in the names of early settlements like Harmaston and Victor. Water management is central to the area, evidenced by the Filtration Plant, Intake Tower, and the Sheldon Reservoir. Public recreational spaces are well-established, including Dwight D Eisenhower Park and multiple golf courses, while drainage is handled by a network of waterways including Garners Bayou, Greens Bayou, and Jordon Gully.