1956 Map of Santa Rosa

About this map

Agricultural development and flood control infrastructure dominate this landscape in the Rio Grande Valley, where the North Floodway and its Pilot Channel slice through the grid-patterned fields of the South Texas brush country. The settlement of Santa Rosa and the rail town of Sebastian serve as primary hubs, connected by the Missouri Pacific and Southern Pacific railroad lines. For local history researchers, the map identifies several significant burial sites, including Santa Rita Cem, Guadalupe Cem, and El Azadon Cem, which are often located near the intersections of local arteries like Cantu Road and Rabb Road. The presence of the Valley Acres Reservoir and numerous pumping stations highlights the intensive irrigation required for the region's farming economy, while names like San Rafael Cem reflect the deep cultural heritage of the communities situated along the Hidalgo, Willacy, and Cameron County lines.