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1958 Map of New Braunfels East

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of New Braunfels East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

The Guadalupe River and Comal River anchor this mid-century landscape of south-central Texas, where the transition from municipal industry to rural farming is clearly etched. In New Braunfels, the presence of the Booker T Washington Sch and Goodwin Sch points to a community-focused era, while the Missouri Pacific and Missouri Kansas Texas railroads highlight the city's role as a transportation hub. Downriver, the impounded waters of Lake Dunlap create a focal point for recreation at Camp Willow, supported by the infrastructure of the Texas Power Company Dam 1.

Smaller settlements and crossroads like Gruene, Freiheit, and Schumansville reflect the area's agricultural roots and German heritage. The map documents local landmarks such as Rock Hill Ch and the Pantheon Hidalgo Cem, providing essential markers for genealogical research. From the industrial Sewage Disposal sites near the city to the quiet reaches of Alligator Creek and Long Creek, the survey captures a balance between post-war expansion and the enduring cattle-and-cotton geography of the region.