2020 Map of Union Springs

About this map

The Toledo Bend Reservoir dominates this borderland landscape where the Texas and Louisiana state lines meet amidst the dense woodlands of the Sabine National Forest. The map documents the intricate network of inlets and sloughs including Kilgore Slough and Soto Saline Slough, which define the western shoreline near the settlement of Huxley. On the eastern side of the water, the terrain rises toward Union Springs and is characterized by distinct natural clearings such as Racetrack Prairie and Gravel Prairie. Local history is anchored by family and community landmarks like Pauls Cem and Oak Grove Church Cem. The map provides a clear look at how bayous like Augustine Bayou and Moccasin Bayou feed into the reservoir system, creating a complex interface between the managed forest and the sprawling waterway.