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1960 Map of Hawkins

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Hawkins
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1961
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1961

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Hawkins Oil Field dominates the northern landscape of this East Texas survey, where dozens of oil wells and a dedicated Refinery signal the industrial intensity of the era. The town of Hawkins serves as a central hub, situated along the Texas and Pacific railroad and home to the Jarvis Christian College campus. The settlement pattern reflects a mix of institutional growth and rural resource extraction, evidenced by specialized schools like the Winona Industrial High Sch and workers' housing at Hawkins Camp.

To the south, the winding course of the Sabine River creates a natural boundary between Wood, Upshur, and Smith counties. This riverine environment is characterized by numerous tributaries including Big Sandy Creek and Glade Creek. Cultural landmarks such as Bethlehem Ch and Liberty Cem are scattered across the terrain, offering a look at the community's social and genealogical fabric before the widespread modernization of the late twentieth century.