1961 Map of Midlothian

About this map

Midlothian stands as a busy rail crossroads in the northwest corner of this 1961 survey, where the Gulf Colorado And Santa Fe and Southern Pacific lines intersect. The surrounding Ellis County landscape is defined by the branching waters of North Prong Waxahachie Creek and South Prong Creek, which are dotted with numerous small earthen dams and spillways creating local water reservoirs. Evidence of the region’s agrarian roots and community centers are visible at Lone Elm and Sardis, alongside rural institutions like the Washington Sch and Mt Zion Cem. On the southeastern edge, the outskirts of Waxahachie appear near the United Presbyterian Homes, marking the edge of the county seat's mid-century expansion. The map also captures local industry through various Gravel Pit operations scattered across the drainage basins.