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1952 Map of Snyder

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Snyder
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Snyder sits at a major crossroads of West Texas rail and energy, where the Panhandle and Santa Fe and Roscoe Snyder and Pacific railroads intersect. This 1952 survey, updated with late-1970s aerial data, reveals the town's expansion and its deep ties to the regional oil economy. Numerous oil tanks, oil wells, and a network of pipelines lace the landscape, particularly around South Fork Deep Creek and Canyon Creek.

Educational growth is prominent, featuring Western Texas College and a comprehensive network of local schools including Northwestern Sch, Lincoln Sch, and Central Sch. To the west, Winston Field serves the community, while the outskirts are marked by rural landmarks like the Snyder Cem and the uniquely named Hell Roaring Hollow. The presence of a Drive-in Theater and sewage disposal facilities reflects a mid-century city modernizing its infrastructure and entertainment.