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2013 Map of Juliff

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Juliff
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The lowlands of Brazoria County are defined by the winding paths of Oyster Cr and Chocolate Bayou, which drain toward the Gulf through a landscape of prairie and wetlands. By 2013, the region shows a mix of traditional industry and newer residential growth. The Arcola Oil Field remains a significant marker of the area's extraction history, while the rural community of Juliff and the expanding Iowa Colony reflect the transition from agricultural roots to suburban development.

Institutional and religious sites anchor the area, including the Darrington State Prison Farm and the Cenacle Retreat. Notable local history is preserved at Iowa Colony Cem and Woods Cem, providing essential markers for genealogical research. The complex drainage network is further illustrated by various water bodies such as Thompson Lake, Willow Lake, and Mowery Lake, which have historically shaped the settlement patterns of Arcola and Sandy Point.