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2016 Map of Neches

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Neches
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Neches River winds through the heart of the East Texas piney woods, forming a complex boundary between Anderson and Cherokee counties. Near the settlement of Neches, the landscape is defined by a dense network of water bodies and marshy lowlands, including Dead Water Lake, Buzzard Slough, and Alligator Lake. These features, along with Indian Pond and Turtle Slough, reflect the flood-prone nature of the river valley and its vital role in the local ecology.

Local history and genealogy are anchored by landmarks like Caldwell Cem and White Oak Cem, situated near high ground such as Flint Hill. The map also details the transition from timbered bottomlands to upland peaks like Daly Mtn and White Mtn. Extensive rural routes, including Batton Loop and Rocky Point Rd, connect remote hunting grounds like Bealls Hunting Club with the small-town infrastructure of the region.