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2016 Map of Wharton

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

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Wharton serves as the focal point of this coastal plain landscape, where the Colorado River makes a dramatic bend toward the south. The city's development is closely tied to its geography, with the Texas and New Orleans Railroad Bridge crossing the river near the historic center. Education and community infrastructure are prominent, anchored by the Wharton County Jr Coll campus and the nearby Little Zion Cem.

Beyond the city limits, the terrain is defined by a network of waterways including Caney Cr and Peach Cr, which meander through agricultural lands and small outlying settlements like Dinsmore and Burr. Oxbow lakes such as Halfmoon Lake and Manso Lake indicate the shifting historical paths of these rivers. The map also captures specialized land uses, from the Shanks Ag Strip to Lackey Aviation, reflecting the importance of aerial access in this rural Texas corridor.