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1952 Map of Midfield

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Midfield
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

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Tres Palacios River winds southward through this coastal prairie landscape, anchoring a network of drainage creeks and agricultural settlements in western Matagorda County. The mid-century economy is clearly defined by the infrastructure of the Oil Field and the heavy presence of two major railroads: the Southern Pacific and the Missouri Pacific. These rail lines supported the growth of local shipping points like Midfield and Elmaton, where small-scale settlement patterns are evident near rural crossroads.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant value in the distribution of family-named burial grounds, including Cornelius Cem, Partain Cem, and Hawley Cem, which are scattered throughout the ranching and drilling lands. Educational landmarks such as Tidehaven High Sch and the original Tidehaven Sch serve as community anchors, reflecting the consolidation of local districts during this era of Texas history.