2016 Map of Shankleville

About this map

Shankleville and the surrounding piney woods of East Texas are documented in this 2016 survey, showcasing a landscape defined by historically significant settlements and a dense network of tributaries. The map covers the area from Wiergate and Burkeville in the north down to the city of Newton and the Newton Municipal Airport in the south. Genealogists will find particular value in the placement of several family-linked burial grounds, including Simmons Cem, Saint Johns Cem, and Griggs Cem. The terrain is etched by numerous watercourses such as Yellow Bayou, Little Quicksand Cr, and Richland Br, which dictate the winding paths of county roads like Co Rd 1041 and Co Rd 2060. The map illustrates the persistent footprint of small communities like Liberty and the rural infrastructure that connects these historic Texas townships.