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1927 Map of Mineral Wells

Name: 1927 Topographic Map of Mineral Wells
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1927
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1927

About this map

The Brazos River creates a dramatic series of oxbows through the center of this 1920s topography, winding past Ballenger Bend and Dog Bend toward Hittson Bend. This hydrology shaped the local movement and settlement patterns of the era, with Oakes Crossing providing a key river passage south of Mineral Wells. The industrial and transportation backbone of the region is defined by the Weatherford Mineral Wells and Northwestern railroad, which links the northern settlements of Graford and Oran.

Social life in this corner of Palo Pinto County is anchored by rural landmarks such as the Union Hill School, Indian Creek School, and Willow Pond School. The terrain is characterized by deep drainages like Devils Hollow and Baker Hollow that feed into Keechi Creek, while Barber Mtn stands as a prominent elevation overlooking the river's path. These details reflect a landscape where the river and rail were the primary drivers of community development.