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1964 Map of Pine Mountain SW

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Pine Mountain SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Pine Mountain dominates the southern landscape of this mid-century survey, creating a topographical barrier that shaped the early settlement patterns of Harris County. The town of Hamilton sits at the mountain's edge, served by the Southern railway and housing the Carver High Sch. The rural areas are dotted with family-named landmarks and historical sites, such as Smiths Crossroads and the Sunnyside Community Club.

Water features define the northern reaches, where Ingram Creek and Turkey Creek drain toward the county line. This era captures the development of local reservoirs including Piedmont Lake and Lake Florence. Genealogists will find significant value in the numerous small burial grounds and rural congregations, from Solomon Grove Ch to the Smith-Hattox Cem, which provide a detailed record of the families established throughout the valley.