1983 Map of Tolbert

About this map

The Pease River marks the southern boundary of this 1980s Texas landscape, where the rugged terrain of Wilbarger County meets Hardeman County. Centered on the small settlement of Tolbert, the area is defined by a dendritic drainage network of seasonal waterways including Wildcat Creek, Boggy Creek, and Dan Creek. These creeks carve through the plains, creating a complex series of draws and ridges that dictated the placement of local roads and cattle crossings. To the west, the community of Farmers Valley sits near the headwaters of Elizabeth Creek, illustrating the dispersed rural settlement patterns typical of the region during this era. Evidence of modern infrastructure is seen in the prominent Radio Tower and a major Pipeline cutting across the southwestern quadrant, reflecting the integration of industrial utilities into the cattle-ranching landscape. Genealogists may find interest in the isolated Cem located near the town of Tolbert, a small but vital landmark for local family history research.