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1961 Map of Whites Bayou, 1964 Print
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1961 Map of Whites Bayou

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

Whites Bayou and a complex network of man-made irrigation structures define this coastal Texas landscape, where the agricultural legacy of the rice industry is written into the terrain. The presence of the West Branch Devers Canal and East Branch Devers Canal demonstrates the sophisticated water management required to support the local economy. Rural life is anchored by family-named landmarks and essential community sites such as Sahara Cem, Freeman Cem, and the Abshier Cem, providing valuable touchpoints for genealogical research. The map captures a moment when petroleum extraction was an active part of the landscape, evidenced by numerous Oil Wells and a Disposal Well scattered near Sparks. Transportation routes like the Rice Belt Road and the Hankamer Loop follow the low-lying drainage patterns, connecting isolated woodlots like Devers Woods to the surrounding marshes and bayous.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1961
Date Published1964
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain