2012 Map of Cross Plains North

About this map

Cottonwood and the northern reaches of Cross Plains anchor this Callahan County landscape, defined by a sophisticated network of water management and rural infrastructure. The area is notable for its series of Soil Conservation Service reservoirs, including Soil Conservation Service Site 8 Reservoir and Site 4 Reservoir, which manage the drainage of Turkey Creek and Cottonwood Creek. These engineered water bodies sit alongside traditional geographic landmarks like the prominent Caddo Peak and the curiously named Mexican Hat Hill near the Sabana River. Local history is preserved at the Oglesby Cemetery and Caddo Peak Cemetery, providing valuable touchpoints for genealogical research. The map also captures modern utility and transport, from the Ross Planes Airport to the Four-Hundred Acre Windmill, illustrating the continued intersection of ranching traditions and contemporary land use in West Central Texas.