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2019 Map of Prairie Hill

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Prairie Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Prairie Hill serves as a central hub for this rural stretch of Limestone County, where local infrastructure is deeply tied to the winding paths of the Navasota River and its numerous tributaries. The landscape is defined by its creek network, including Christmas Cr, Mustang Cr, and Cottonwood Cr, which historically dictated the placement of early crossings like Archer Bridge. These watercourses create a dissected terrain that separates the small communities of Delia and Watt.

Genealogists will find significant value in the documentation of several local burial sites, such as Prairie Hill Cem, Delia Cem, and Mount Calm Cem. The map also traces the boundary between Hill Co and Limestone Co, illustrating how county lines interact with the natural geography. This survey provides a clear view of the transition from early settlement patterns to the modern rural road system, anchored by routes like FM 339 and FM 73 W.