1950 Map of Houston
USGS Topo · Published 1953About this map
The Houston metropolitan area and the Gulf Coast during the early 1950s show a region defined by its connection to the sea and rapid industrial expansion. Central to this landscape is the nascent highway system, including the Gulf Freeway, and the massive flood control works of the Addicks Reservoir and Barker Reservoir to the west. The maritime economy is anchored by the Intracoastal Waterway and the Texas City Dike, reflecting a period when ports like Galveston, Baytown, and Texas City were vital hubs for petroleum and shipping.
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