2012 Map of Westphalia

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The Westphalia Rural Historic District anchors this landscape, reflecting the enduring agricultural character of Falls County. This area is defined by its deep German-Texan roots, evidenced by the central settlement of Westphalia and the nearby Saint Marys Cem. A network of rural communities such as Barclay, Zipperlandville, and Wilson are connected by farm-to-market roads and county lanes that follow the drainage patterns of Little Pond Cr and Brushy Cr. Genealogists will find significant value in the dispersed burial grounds, including Saint Joseph Cem and Barclay Cem, which mark the early social centers of these small farming hamlets. The terrain is further characterized by local landmarks like Terry Chapel and the waters of Rosebud Lake, illustrating a quiet, agrarian era before significant modernization.