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1949 Map of Lufkin

Name: 1949 Topographic Map of Lufkin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

Lufkin serves as the industrial and transportation hub of this mid-century survey, defined by the convergence of the Southern Pacific and St Louis Southwestern railroads. The town’s growth is evident in its concentration of schools, from Central Sch to Brandon Sch, and landmarks like the Post Office and Hospital. Beyond the urban core, the landscape transitions into a network of timberlands and rural communities, anchored by local institutions such as Harbucks Chapel and Fuller Springs Sch.

The eastern reaches of the map highlight the area's geography, including Paper Mill Hill and the winding course of the Angelina River. Notable rural settlements like Homer and Keltys are well-documented, alongside numerous family and community landmarks such as Whitehouse Cem and Glendale Cem. The inclusion of the Forestry Experiment Station underscores the regional importance of the timber industry in Angelina County during this era.