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1955 Map of Rayburn, 1957 Print
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1955 Map of Rayburn

USGS Topo · Published 1957

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The Trinity River winds through a dense network of oxbows and backwater lakes including Sevenmile Bend and Hanners Bend, illustrating the shifting hydrology of this East Texas bottomland. To the west, Tarkington Prairie emerges as a distinct agricultural and social landscape, characterized by a concentration of small country churches and rural landmarks. This mid-century survey documents the transition between the river lowlands and the higher prairie ground, featuring notable sites like the Tarkington Prairie Sch (Historical Ruins) and the Oak Shade Cem. The Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe RR cuts across the northern terrain, connecting rail-dependent settlements like Milvid and Romayor. This era shows a community anchored by places of worship such as Hi-Way Tabernacle and Magnolia Grove Ch, providing essential geographic context for family historians researching the Liberty County area.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1957
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions18 x 20.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain