1894 Map of Lampasas

About this map

The Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe Railroad cuts a winding path through the heart of Central Texas, anchoring the growing regional hub at Lampasas. Surveyed in the 1880s, this landscape reflects a period of early settlement defined by numerous topographic gaps used for transit, such as Paynes Gap and Antelope Gap, and the establishment of local industrial sites like Townsen Mills. The map captures several small communities and post offices including Senterfitt, Centre City, and the curiously named Wayback. High peaks and ridges dominate the skyline, notably Castle Peak and Kinchelo Peak, while a dense network of waterways including Simms Creek and Cowhouse Creek feed the Leon River. The terrain is characterized by numerous family-named landmarks and peaks that indicate the early ranching and farming footprint of the Lampasas and Hamilton county lines.