1959 Map of Wylie

About this map

The waters of Lavon Lake dominate the eastern landscape of this area, while the St Louis Southwestern and Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroads converge at the growing town of Wylie. This mid-century survey captures a period of transition as local infrastructure expanded with the construction of an aqueduct, a Filtration Plant, and a Radio Range Station. Beyond the town centers, the map documents a network of rural communities such as Murphy, Lucas, and Parker, each anchored by generational landmarks like the Fitzhugh Cem and St Paul Ch. The presence of several gravel pits and the Muddy Creek Reservoir reflects the industrial and water management needs of Collin County before the major suburban expansions of the late 20th century.