2019 Map of Magnolia Springs

About this map

Magnolia Springs and Mount Union anchor this section of Southeast Texas, where the landscape is defined by the winding course of the Neches River. The river forms a natural boundary between Jasper and Tyler Counties, its floodplain protected within the Big Thicket National Preserve. This area is characterized by dense forest and numerous watercourses, including Mill Cr, Walker Br, and Turner Branch, which feed into the primary river system. Local landmarks like Magnolia Springs Lake and a network of rural roads such as FM 1013 connect these small communities. The presence of Temple Inland Rd suggests the historical and economic significance of timber management in this portion of the Piney Woods. This 2019 survey provides a precise look at the contemporary interface between conservation lands and long-standing rural settlements.