2016 Map of Lane City

About this map

The Colorado River meanders through this portion of Wharton County, defining a landscape of wetlands and alluvial plains south of the settlement at Lane City. The river's winding course is flanked by numerous tributaries, including Jarvis Cr, Jones Cr, and Bosque Cr, which reach into the surrounding agricultural and ranch lands. The presence of Pierce Ranch Rd and Pumping Station Rd suggests the historical importance of large-scale landholdings and water management for the region's economy. Residents and researchers can identify several rural road networks such as Wolf Run Rd and Bear Bottom Dr that serve the scattered homesteads and pastures. Towards the southern edge of the survey, the confluence of Blue Creek and E Fork Blue Cr highlights the complex drainage systems that characterize this part of the Texas coastal plain.