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2012 Map of Alibates Ranch

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Alibates Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Alibates Flint Quarry and the surrounding ranchlands define this corner of the Texas Panhandle, where the high plains break into the deep drainage systems of McBride Canyon. The landscape is dominated by the sprawling waters of Lake Meredith, which provides a focal point for modern access via Plum Creek Ramp and Bates Ramp. This 2012 survey illustrates the rugged interface between the historic Alibates Ranch and the water-carved terrain of the Canadian River valley.

A network of creeks, including Mullinaw Cr, Alibates Cr, and Coetas Cr, feeds into the lake from the south and west. Local landmarks like Coldwater Spring and Bivins Camp highlight the enduring importance of water sources in this arid environment. Roads such as Plum Creek Rd and Cas Johnson Rd provide the primary transit through a region that balances archaeological significance with contemporary cattle ranching and recreation.