2012 Map of Bland

About this map

The Fort Hood Military Reservation dominates the southwestern and northern reaches of this landscape, framing a region defined by the expansive waters of Belton Lake. This 2012 survey illustrates how the reservoir's fingers reach deep into the terrain, creating complex shorelines along Bull Br and Taylor Br. In the center of the sheet, the settlement of Union Hill sits on higher ground, while the eastern shore is marked by the community of Bland and the nearby Bland Mtn. The map records a mix of federal military land and private ranching interests, evidenced by the Woody Mc Clellan Ranch Airport and The Grove/Ranch Airport. Elevations vary from the low-lying Nolan Lake to the prominent Owl Creek Mountains, showcasing the transition from aquatic environments to the rugged uplands of Liberty Hill and Sparta Mtn.