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1950 Map of Platt
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1950 Map of Platt

USGS Topo · Published 1950

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The Angelina River meanders through this East Texas landscape, forming a natural boundary between Nacogdoches and Angelina counties. The terrain is defined by a dense network of tributaries including Dorr Creek, Kimmey Creek, and Carrizo Bayou, supporting a rural economy tied to the river and the Southern Pacific rail line. A notable historic marker is the Site of Marion situated near the riverbanks, representing the early 19th-century settlement that once served as the county seat of Angelina County. Local community life is evidenced by several rural congregations, such as Victory Ch, Saints Rest Ch, and Jacob Chapel. Small rail-adjacent settlements like Platt and Poe appear along the western corridor, while natural features like Boggy Slough and Ester Lake highlight the low-lying, water-rich environment characteristic of the Piney Woods during the mid-20th century.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1950
Date Published1950
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23 x 27 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain