The San Jacinto River and Houston Ship Channel dominate this coastal industrial and residential landscape, marking the complex intersection of natural waterways and critical maritime infrastructure. Several large-scale water features, including the Highlands Reservoir and Lynchburg Reservoir, support the region's industrial and municipal needs. The map documents established communities like Highlands, Channelview, and Barrett, alongside smaller nodes such as McNair and Mantu. Cultural history is anchored by the DeZavalla Cem near the banks of Buffalo Bayou. The terrain is a labyrinth of inlets and islands, featuring Hog Island and Diamond Island situated between Burnet Bay and Crystal Bay. Industrial connectivity is further evidenced by the BNSF Railway corridor, which services the shipping hubs and manufacturing centers north of Baytown.
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1915 · Deepwater
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1916 · Burnett Bay
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1916 · Crosby
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1916 · Morgan Point
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1916 · Fauna
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1916 · Harmaston
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1916 · Cedar Bayou
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1916 · La Porte
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1919 · Morgan Point
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1919 · Deepwater
USGS Topo · 1:31,680