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1965 Map of Conlen

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Conlen
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

Conlen serves as the primary focal point of this High Plains landscape in the mid-1960s, situated at the intersection of local roads and the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad line. The settlement's agricultural foundation is clearly marked by a Grain Elevator alongside the tracks, a vital link for the region's grain economy. The surrounding terrain is defined by a vast network of water wells and scattered depressions, highlighting the intensive reliance on groundwater in this part of the Panhandle.

Industrial and transport infrastructure is represented by a Quarry and a dedicated Landing Strip, providing insight into the localized resource extraction and rural aviation patterns of the era. Straddling the boundary of Dallam Co Sherman Co, the topography shows a rolling surface punctuated by numerous mapped wells, reflecting the systematic development of the Texas Water Development Board's interests in the region.