1935 Map of Wilson Lake

About this map

The Sabine River forms a complex boundary between Newton County, Texas, and Beauregard Parish, Louisiana, in this 1935 field examination. The landscape is defined by the shifting hydrology of the river basin, where multiple secondary channels like Middle River and Old River create a network of bottomlands and islands. Central to this area is Wilson Lake, a significant water body situated just east of the state line. The survey captures the intricate drainage patterns of the region, including smaller tributaries such as Bugger Branch, during a period before significant modern alteration. This map provides a detailed view of the natural topography and political boundaries at the Texas-Louisiana border, useful for understanding the historic watercourse of the Sabine.