1953 Map of Hungerford

About this map

The Hungerford Oil Field dominates the central landscape of this 1953 survey, where several Gas Wells are situated along the boundary between Wharton and Fort Bend Counties. The settlement of Hungerford serves as a local hub, anchored by the Southern Pacific railroad and educational landmarks like the Hungerford Consolidated School. The hydrology of the region is defined by the winding course of the San Bernard River and its many tributaries, including West Bernard Creek and Sandy Branch, which carve through the coastal prairie. Numerous rural institutions are scattered across the map, such as the Little Zion Church and Powell Point Cemetery, providing critical points of reference for genealogists tracing family roots in this corner of East Texas. The land use pattern reflects a mid-century balance between traditional ranching on the Blossom Prairie and the industrial influence of the oil and gas sector.