2010 Map of Saline Bay

About this map

Lake Palestine dominates this portion of Smith County, its intricate western shoreline defining the character of the region. The map reveals a landscape shaped by water management and residential development, anchored by the Tyler Intake Tower and the expansive Saline Bay. To the north, the small community of Noonday sits near the headwaters of Saline Creek, while the settlements of Dogwood City and Teaselville occupy the rising ground further south. Local genealogy is well-supported by the presence of Hawthorne Cemetery near the lake's edge and Loftin Cemetery to the east. The terrain is crisscrossed by established routes like Old Palestine Rd and Old Noonday Rd, connecting these lakeside communities. Small-scale engineering is visible at Tom Clay Lake Dam and Brookshire Lake Dam, illustrating how the tributaries of Copperas Creek and Rose Branch have been utilized for local water storage.