1964 Map of Talco

About this map

The Talco Oil Field dominates the landscape of north-central Titus County, where the industrial presence of oil production is mapped alongside rural homesteads and agricultural terrain. In the town of Talco, the presence of a High Sch and Water Tank indicate a developed local hub, while the nearby Talco Rodeo Ground highlights the cultural significance of ranching traditions in East Texas. The map reveals a complex drainage system led by White Oak Creek and its many tributaries, including Lewis Creek and Ripley Creek. These waterways and the expansive Big Slough define the bottomlands between the higher elevations where settlements like Maple Springs and Bridges Chapel are found. An Old Railroad Grade cutting through the center of the quadrangle serves as a reminder of former transport corridors that once moved resources through these wooded creek basins.