1959 Map of Seagoville

About this map

Seagoville and its surrounding Dallas County settlements are documented here during a period of significant suburban expansion and industrial transition. The map captures the prominent Seagoville Federal Correctional Institution and the alignment of the Southern Pacific railroad, which served as a primary corridor for the region's economy. Extensive extraction operations are visible throughout the landscape, particularly the numerous gravel pits near the Hickory Creek and Bois d'Arc Island Slough areas. Genealogy researchers will find several localized burial sites, including Lumley Cem, Potter Cem, and Lee Cem, alongside community landmarks like Carver Sch. The map also details the complex water network where South Mesquite Creek and North Mesquite Creek converge before joining the East Fork Trinity River, illustrating the natural drainage patterns that influenced local development.