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1960 Map of Mineola

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Mineola
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The town of Mineola serves as a major hub in this Wood County landscape, defined by its position along the Missouri Pacific railroad and the convergence of local commerce during the mid-twentieth century. Educational and social life center on the High Sch and McFarland Sch, while the surrounding countryside is dotted with small rural communities like Hoard and New Hope. The area's spiritual and family history is anchored by numerous country churches and burial grounds, including Concord Ch and Roselawn Memorial Cem.

Water plays a critical role in the geography here, with Lake Fork Creek and its many tributaries, such as Fourmile Branch and Twomile Branch, winding through the terrain. The presence of the Manziel Paul Oil Field and a dedicated Fish Hatchery reflect the region's diverse economic reliance on natural resources. Local leisure is evident at sites like the Mineola Recreation Area and the Drive-in Theater, illustrating the shift toward modern recreational development alongside established agricultural roots.