1971 Map of Kilgore NW

About this map

The Sabine River winds through the northern landscape of this 1970s survey, marking a terrain defined by the East Texas oil industry and established rural communities. The northwest corner of Kilgore anchors the lower map, where the Missouri Pacific railroad corridor meets Houston St and Commerce St. The area shows a high density of Oil Wells interspersed with historic family and community landmarks, particularly along the Smith Co and Gregg Co boundary. Significant social centers include Liberty City and Clarksville City, alongside institutions like Sabine High Sch and North Chapel Sch. For genealogists, the map is a vital resource for locating rural burial sites such as Mt Pleasant Cem, Strong Memorial Cem, and Goodman Cem, which sit near old transportation routes like Old Kilgore Highway and Swamp City Road.