1955 Map of Laguna Vista

About this map

The coastal wetlands of South Texas define this mid-century survey, showcasing a complex network of lomas and lagoons near the gulf. The growing settlement of Laguna Vista and the nearby community of Bayside sit on the edge of the Laguna Madre, connected by the General Brant Highway and the Missouri Pacific railroad line. The landscape is characterized by prominent ridges or lomas, such as Loma la Cuchilla and Loma del Ballo, which rise above the surrounding tidal flats and basins like Bahia Grande and Laguna Larga. Commercial and maritime interests are evident in the Brownsville Ship Channel and the Boca Chica Passing Basin at the southern edge. Local history is preserved through landmarks like Posta de Roque and traditional travel points such as Carretas Crossing and La Aura Crossing, which navigated the shallow waters between islands and ridges.