2010 Map of Buffalo Gap

About this map

The Callahan Divide forms the defining topographical feature of this Taylor County landscape, creating a natural break in the terrain south of Abilene. The historic settlement of Buffalo Gap sits at the base of this ridge, serving as a focal point for local history along with the smaller community of Cedar Gap to the east. The map documents a blend of rural ranching heritage and modern development, evidenced by the proximity of the Buffalo Gap Cemetery and Iberis Cemetery to newer landmarks like the Abilene Speedway and Flying W Airport. Water management is central to the area's geography, with the Elm Creek watershed and various stock tanks, such as Red Hill Tank, supporting the local environment. Further north, the suburban expansion from Abilene is visible through the growing residential grids in Wylie and the cluster at Caps, where the transition from open range to modern infrastructure is most pronounced.