Chalk Peak dominates the southern landscape of this West Texas region, marking a transition from the structured farm grids of the north to more complex drainage patterns below. The survey reveals a rural area defined by seasonal watercourses like Noodle Cr and the uniquely named Stink Cr, which carve through the terrain toward Mulberry Canyon. Small community centers and rail-side stops such as Trent and Tesco sit along the northern corridor, while Grimes occupies the central plains. Local history is anchored by the White Church Cem in the southeast, situated near Sand Spring. The map clearly delineates the border between Nolan and Taylor Counties, illustrating how historical land divisions and county roads like White Flat Rd follow the topography of the Texas ranch lands.
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1893 · Roby
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1893 · Sweetwater
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1954 · Big Spring
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1957 · Merkel
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1957 · Noodle
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1958 · Big Spring
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1969 · Eskota
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1969 · Holder Creek
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1969 · Lake Sweetwater
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1984 · Merkel West
USGS Topo · 1:24,000