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1953 Map of Kendleton

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Kendleton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

The San Bernard River serves as the prominent boundary between Fort Bend Co and Wharton Co, anchoring a landscape defined by meandering waterways and agricultural development. The settlement of Kendleton sits along the Southern Pacific railroad, characterized by its historical proximity to Blossom Prairie and the smaller enclave of Peach Break. A significant cultural landmark is the Historical Marker (Site of Mexican Army Encampment) located near Turkey Creek, offering a direct link to the region's military history.

The map reveals a rural economy supported by numerous windmills and wells scattered across the prairie. To the northeast, the town of Beasley provides a secondary hub of activity, situated near Cottonwood Creek and the Friedens Cem. This 1953 survey, updated with 1970s aerial data, captures the persistence of traditional land use patterns alongside the development of infrastructure like the Radio Tower and Pumping Station near Snake Creek.