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2016 Map of Verhelle

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Verhelle
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Guadalupe River carves a serpentine path through this DeWitt County landscape, anchoring a network of creek drainages including Sandy Fork, Irish Cr, and Reeds Br. The small settlement of Verhelle sits near the center, marking a crossroads for local transport. This 2016 survey is particularly valuable for genealogical research, documenting several distinct burial sites such as Taylor Cem to the west and the Panteon San Isidro Labrador Cem near the riverbanks.

Agricultural and ranching patterns are evident in the naming of topographical features like Crittendon Hollow and the presence of localized water bodies such as Berry Pond and Flag Pond. The map detail follows the transition from larger creek systems like S Chicolete Cr down to smaller seasonal runs, reflecting the hydrological character of the Texas coastal plains. A well-defined road network, including Burns Station Cemetery Rd and Verhelle Rd, connects these rural homesteads and historical community centers.