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1961 Map of Estelline

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Estelline
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Estelline and the surrounding Texas Panhandle landscape are defined by the wide, braided path of the Prairie Dog Town Fork Red River. The settlement pattern follows the Fort Worth and Denver (Burlington) railroad line, which runs northwest to southeast through Newlin and Plains Junction. This corridor represents the primary infrastructure of the region during the mid-20th century, connecting small ranching communities to larger markets.

The terrain is marked by numerous seasonal drainage systems, including Wet Salt Creek, Dry Salt Creek, and Jonah Creek, reflecting the semi-arid character of Hall and Childress counties. Local history is preserved in sites like the Old Gilpin School and Harrell Chapel, while the Estelline Spring (Saline) suggests the specific mineral qualities of the local water table. The map also delineates the Hall and Childress county boundary, providing a clear record of local jurisdictional lines.