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2019 Map of Matagorda

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Matagorda
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Matagorda sits at the convergence of the Colorado River and the Intracoastal Waterway, serving as a gateway to the complex coastal geography of the Texas Gulf Coast. This modern survey illustrates the town's grid, featuring historic thoroughfares such as Fisher St and Matagorda Ave, and its proximity to the Matagorda Cem. The landscape is dominated by a network of marshes, bayous, and islands, including Selkirk Island and Egret Island, which partition the waters of Matagorda Bay from East Matagorda Bay.

The presence of Raymond Landing Shoal and Dog Island Reef highlights the navigation hazards and maritime character of the region. Significant features like Culver Cut and the protective stretch of the Matagorda Peninsula demonstrate the ongoing relationship between the settlement and the shifting coastal environment. Local water bodies such as Mine Lake and McNab Lake are also well-defined, providing a clear record of the area's hydrology and land-use patterns near the Gulf of Mexico.