1956 Map of Raymondville

About this map

Raymondville stands as a hub of the Rio Grande Valley in this mid-century survey, revealing the structured irrigation and transportation networks of Willacy County. The Missouri Pacific railroad corridor anchors the primary settlements, with Lyford appearing to the south. The landscape is defined by extensive water management features, including the Main Branch Northeast Canal (Elevated) and the West Main Drain, which supported the region's agricultural expansion. Local history is preserved through the mapping of the La Piedad Cementerio Numero Uno and La Piedad Cementerio Numero Dos, alongside several educational institutions such as Travis Sch and Northward Sch. Aerial photographic updates from 1970 illustrate the gradual growth of the urban grid, including the presence of the Fox Airport and the Raymondville Country Club.