1962 Map of McFaddin

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The San Antonio River meanders in tight oxbows across the coastal prairie, defining the border between Victoria and Refugio Counties. This mid-century landscape is dominated by ranching and petroleum extraction, with the Missouri Pacific railroad corridor serving as a vital link for the community of McFaddin. Local family histories are anchored by landmarks like the De La Garza Cem and the Nicholas Fagan Memorial Cem, while spiritual life is centered at Saint Dennis Ch and Mt Salem Ch. The industrial footprint is evident in the Fagan Oil Field and Anaqua Field, where numerous gas wells dot the terrain. Water features such as Kuy Creek and Cushman Bayou drain the low-lying McFaddin Flat, illustrating the complex hydrology of the Gulf Coast region during this era of development.