2010 Map of Elm Slough

About this map

Bear Creek Cemetery and the settlement of Cleo anchor this Hill Country landscape, where the drainage patterns of the North Llano River system define the local geography. The area transitions from the winding course of the Llano River in the southeast toward more intermittent drainages like Earwood Draw and Ox Hollow in the west. This 2010 survey shows the modern footprint of Kimble County Airport near the river forks, illustrating how contemporary transportation infrastructure follows the natural corridors established by water. Ranching life is noted through locations like Bolt Ranch, while numerous creeks including Nixon Creek, Falls Creek, and Gentry Creek trace the relief of the Edwards Plateau. The eponymous Elm Slough carves a path through the eastern portion of the quadrangle, serving as a primary hydrological feature in this semi-arid terrain.