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1965 Map of Lueders West

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Lueders West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

The Clear Fork Brazos River anchors the southeastern corner of this Jones County landscape, where the town of Lueders sits at the intersection of river, rail, and industry. In the mid-1960s, the local economy is defined by a mix of ranching and natural resource extraction, evident in the numerous Quarries and extensive Oil Field operations scattered throughout the territory. The Missouri - Kansas - Texas railroad cuts a diagonal path across the quadrangle, linking the community of Avoca in the northwest to the wider regional trade network.

Water drainage patterns are clearly defined by a series of creeks, including Spring Creek, Flag Branch, and Cottonwood Creek, which feed into the primary river system. Historical details for genealogists include the Spring Creek Cem and local landmarks like the Athletic Field and Water Tank in the established town centers. This survey captures the rural character of West Texas during a period of steady petroleum and limestone production.