2016 Map of Chalk

About this map

Chalk and Hackberry sit within a landscape defined by the drainage basins of the N Wichita River and its numerous tributaries. This area of Cottle County is characterized by a complex network of intermittent creeks, including Buffalo Cr and Salt Cr, which carve through the terrain. The presence of Salt Spring suggests the mineral-rich hydrology typical of this part of West Texas, while Worley Lake and L V Worley Lake provide notable water features in an otherwise arid environment. A grid of rural routes such as Ranch Rd 1038 and FM 3102 connects the scattered settlements, reflecting a long-standing ranching and agricultural economy. The map traces the winding paths of Cottonwood Cr and E Cottonwood Cr in the northeast, illustrating how water access shaped the placement of local roads and land use boundaries.