Loading map...

2019 Map of Axtell

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Axtell
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Mount Calm and Axtell anchor this Central Texas landscape where the boundaries of Hill, McLennan, and Limestone counties converge. The terrain is defined by a dense network of seasonal drainages, including Tehuacana Cr, Cottonwood Cr, and Williams Cr, which flow through a region characterized by small-scale cattle and agricultural operations. Local heritage is preserved in several rural burial grounds such as Mount Calm Cem, Billington Cem, and Shead Cem, which serve as vital markers for genealogical research in these overlapping county territories.

Water management is evident in the presence of Cottonbelt Lake, Green Briar Lake, and the specifically noted Double Tanks, reflecting the region's reliance on collected surface water. The southwestern corner features the Texas Valley Air Field, a small aviation facility that contrasts with the otherwise agrarian and stream-crossed landscape. This 2019 survey provides a precise view of the rural road network, from established farm-to-market routes to smaller lanes like Whiskey Hill Rd and Old Nexia Rd.