1956 Map of Houston
USGS Topo · Published 1969About this map
Houston serves as the sprawling urban center of this Upper Gulf Coast landscape, shown during a mid-century period of intense industrial and infrastructure expansion. The map details the complex maritime geography of Galveston Bay, Trinity Bay, and the Gulf of Mexico, illustrating how the region managed its vast water resources through projects like the Addicks Dam and Reservoir and the Barker Dam and Reservoir. Heavy industry and aerospace presence are evident in the development around Pasadena, Galena Park, and Ellington AFB, while the extensive rail network of the Southern Pacific and Santa Fe lines highlights the area's role as a primary transportation hub.
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Editions of this 1956 Houston Map
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Historical Maps of Houston Through Time
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