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1962 Map of Rockdale West

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Rockdale West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

Rockdale serves as the primary hub in this portion of Milam County, situated where the Missouri Pacific railroad cuts across the landscape. The town's mid-century footprint is clearly defined, featuring a High Sch, Water Tank, and even a Drive-in Theater on its outskirts. The surrounding countryside is dotted with small rural communities and stopping points like Marjorie, Praesel, and Tracy, many of which are anchored by family or community burial grounds including Murray Cem, Bushdale Cem, and Hickory Grove Cem.

The San Gabriel River meanders through the northern section of the map, joined by several tributaries such as Brushy Creek and Alligator Creek. This water network defines the agricultural character of the region, while evidence of specialized local industry appears at the M and M Minnow Farm. The map also preserves traces of older infrastructure, notably an Old Railroad Grade north of the main line, and several small Gravel Pit operations near the riverbanks.