2013 Map of Star Lake

About this map

Star Lake and its surrounding wetlands dominate this coastal Jefferson County landscape, where the land fragmentizes into a complex system of bayous and man-made waterways. The presence of Spindletop-Ditch and Spindletop Gully indicates a long-standing history of water management and drainage across these low-lying marshlands. This 2013 survey illustrates the interface between the interior brackish waters and the open expanse of the Gulf of Mexico along the Texas coast. While primarily an aquatic environment, transit is facilitated by corridors like Clam Lake Rd, which cuts through the marsh toward Salt Bayou and Fivemile Cut. Smaller water bodies such as Little Lake and Willie Slough further define the intricate hydrography of this coastal quadrangle, offering a detailed view of the region's shifting shoreline and hydrological patterns.