1952 Map of Sweeny

About this map

The industrial and agricultural landscape of Brazoria County is defined by the San Bernard River as it winds past the developing town of Sweeny. During the mid-20th century, the regional economy was deeply tied to the Old Ocean Field and its associated energy infrastructure. An extensive Oil Refinery and Tank Farm near the community of Old Ocean mark the northern portion of the map, connected by a network of pipelines and a Salt Water Canal.