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2010 Map of Hardesty

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Hardesty
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Hardesty stands as the primary hub of this high plains landscape in Texas County, situated near the intersection of several section-line roads. The town's grid is clearly defined, serving as a focal point for the surrounding ranching and agricultural territory. The terrain is deeply inscribed by the winding course of Hackberry Creek, which meanders across the southern half of the quadrangle, joined by tributaries like Peacher Creek and Dry Creek. These drainages provide the few breaks in the otherwise level topography of the Oklahoma Panhandle.

Water management is a visible priority on the landscape, evidenced by the Shultz Lake Dam and Stinson Dam, which create significant local reservoirs such as Shultz Lake and Stinson Reservoir. For genealogists and local historians, the Hartsville Cemetery located northeast of the town center offers a specific point of interest for tracing early family histories in this part of the state. The network of rural routes, including Mile 47 Rd and Rd BB, illustrates the expansive reach of the regional infrastructure.