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1980 Map of West Tawakoni

Name: 1980 Topographic Map of West Tawakoni
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Lake Tawakoni dominates this 1980 survey, revealing the intricate shoreline and flooded topography of Hunt County. The reservoir has transformed the landscape, creating distinct reaches and inlets such as Caddo Inlet and Pawnee Inlet where the Cowleech Fk Sabine R and Caddo Creek once flowed freely. Along the southern banks, the community of West Tawakoni is shown in detail, including the localized development at Mexico and the nearby Hawk Cove.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant value in the preservation of several family and organizational burial grounds, including Odd Fellows Cem, Mc Bride Cem, and the Kuykendall Cem. The map also captures the remnants of former transport corridors, specifically an Old Railroad Grade running through the northwest corner near Cash, providing a look at the area's transition from a rail-dependent agricultural district to a water-focused recreational and residential region.