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2016 Map of Cedar Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Cedar Canyon and the surrounding high ground of the Edwards Plateau define this portion of West Texas along the Upton and Crockett County line. The landscape is characterized by a complex network of dry washes and drainage systems, most notably Javelina Draw and the split headwaters of West Prong Simpson Canyon and East Prong Simpson Canyon.

Evidence of ranching infrastructure is the primary mark of human activity in this arid environment, represented by essential water features such as Jacks Tank, Telephone Tank, and Round Mountain Tank. These reservoirs and the path of Mobile Rd indicate the vital importance of water management and transportation in this remote rangeland. Prominent elevations like Cedar Hill and Round Mtn serve as landmarks in an area dominated by deep canyons and flat-topped mesas.