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2016 Map of Bench Mountain

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Bench Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Champion and its immediate surroundings are defined by a network of rural county roads and local drainages in this 2016 survey of Nolan County. The settlement, situated in the northwest corner, is anchored by the Champion Cem, a vital site for local genealogical research. The topography is dominated by the prominent rise of Bench Mountain, which serves as a central landmark amidst the dissected plateaus of West Texas.

A complex hydraulic system of intermittent streams, including the S Fork Champion Cr, Barnett Cr, and Plum Cr, carves through the terrain, illustrating the natural drainage patterns that have historically influenced land use and ranching in the area. The map traces significant local thoroughfares such as Champion Rd and FM 1230, providing a clear record of the modern transportation infrastructure that connects these isolated Texas communities.