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1954 Map of Leary

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Leary
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Red River Arsenal occupies a significant portion of this landscape west of Nash, reflecting the heavy military footprint in Bowie County during the mid-20th century. The map illustrates a region transitioning from rural agricultural roots to industrial and suburban expansion, particularly visible in the growth around Victory City and Leary. This development is superimposed on an older landscape defined by family-named landmarks and local burial grounds like the Red Springs Cem and Bob Lane Cem.

The infrastructure of the era is clearly marked by the Texas and Pacific and St Louis Southwestern railroads, which facilitated movement across the county. Small community centers such as Red Springs and Redlick are documented alongside local institutions like Macedonia School and Hickory Hill Church. The terrain is shaped by numerous gravel pits and the northern reaches of Wright Patman Lake, showing the intersection of natural resources and public works.