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1960 Map of New Taiton

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of New Taiton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The Colorado River meanders across the northeast corner of this 1960s survey, defining a landscape of agricultural lowlands and active energy production. The agricultural community of New Taiton serves as a central hub, where the St John Ch stands as a local landmark. The terrain is notably marked by the New Taiton Oil Field and the Lakeview Oil Field, which, alongside the Lakeview Meter Station and various pipelines, reflect the mid-century industrialization of rural Wharton County.

Hydrological features are dense throughout the quadrangle, including the winding paths of Mustang Creek, West Mustang Creek, and the East Fork Jones Creek. These waterways, along with Roth Slough and the oxbow-adjacent Northington Lake, suggest a land shaped by frequent drainage and seasonal flows. Local infrastructure is further highlighted by the El Campo Air Park and several Gravel Pits, providing a clear record of the area's economic diversification during this period.