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2022 Map of Otey

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Otey
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The Brazos River meanders through the heart of this landscape along the border of Fort Bend and Brazoria counties. This area is characterized by a complex network of waterways, including the winding Oyster Creek, Pecan Bayou, and Big Creek, which feed into larger bodies like Harris Reservoir and Barnes Lake. The settlement of Alvin and the community of Lochridge anchor the local road network, which features intriguing historical traces such as Old Coffee Plantation Ln.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant value in the documentation of several burial sites, including Quarles Family Cem and the Phelps Cem. The map also captures a unique aspect of the local institutional landscape with the Ramsey State Farm Prison Cem, reflecting the area's multifaceted history. Numerous trails, such as the Elm Lake Loop Trl and Pilant Slough Trl, suggest a landscape shaped by both industry and conservation.