1995 Map of La Porte

About this map

The San Jacinto Monument stands as a sentinel over the convergence of the San Jacinto River and the Buffalo Bayou, marking a landscape defined by heavy industry and deep-water maritime transit. In the mid-1990s, this area reflects the massive industrial footprint of the Texas Gulf Coast, with the expansive Barbours Cut terminal and the Jacintoport complex facilitating international trade via the Ship Channel. Residential growth in La Porte, Deer Park, and Pasadena is captured here, showing the proximity of suburban neighborhoods to significant landmarks like San Jacinto College and the Baywood Country Club. The map provides a detailed view of the infrastructure supporting this hub, from the Missouri Pacific railroad lines to the Hartman Bridge and the Baytown Tunnel, illustrating how the region's geography was reshaped to accommodate both the petrochemical industry and a growing population.