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1960 Map of Huffman

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Huffman
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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Lake Houston dominates the southwestern landscape of this survey, defining the shoreline and recreational character near Lakewood Heights. Further inland, the terrain is deeply marked by a complex network of waterways, including Luce Bayou, Mexican Gully, and Cedar Bayou, which historically shaped the placement of early settlements. The presence of the Luce (Site) and the Fish Hatchery reflects the local reliance on the river and lake ecosystems.

Genealogists will find significant detail in the cluster of burial sites and religious centers, such as Huffman Community Cem, St Annes Cem, and Huffman Ch. The Missouri Pacific RR and Atascocita Road provide evidence of the vital transportation corridors that connected these rural Harris County communities. The map also documents the industrial presence of numerous oil wells and the Radio Tower, illustrating the region's mid-century economic activities.