2010 Map of Fields Canyon

About this map

The Middle Pease River carves through this West Texas landscape, where life is shaped by the search for water in a semi-arid terrain. Scattered windmills, including the Richland Windmill, Mouth of Turtle Hole Windmill, and New Corral Windmill, testify to the vital necessity of groundwater for ranching operations in Cottle County. The terrain is defined by broad flats and rugged breaks, with Leary Flat to the north and Cooper Flat to the south. Notable geological features like Fields Canyon and Bar Canyon offer a look at the erosive power of seasonal waterways like Turtle Hole Creek and Richland Creek. While the area is largely uninhabited except for ranch infrastructure, the presence of Gyp Tank and various county roads, such as Co RD 240, suggests a landscape used primarily for grazing and cattle management in the early 21st century.