2019 Map of Hatchel

About this map

Ballinger occupies the southern edge of this West Texas landscape, where the northern residential and street grids meet the riparian systems of the Colorado River basin. The terrain is defined by an intricate network of drainages such as Elm Creek, Coyote Cr, and Rattlesnake Cr, illustrating the complex hydrology of Runnels County. Further north, the settlement of Hatchel serves as a local hub along the highway, surrounded by a dense grid of county roads that speak to the region's agricultural parceling. Genealogists and local historians will find the Old Runnels Cem near Elm Creek, a significant site marking the early settlement patterns of the area. The map captures the convergence of numerous branches and creeks, including Bears Foot Cr and Antelope Cr, which highlight the natural landmarks used by generations of ranchers and farmers in this section of the state.