2012 Map of Hawley

About this map

Hawley sits at the northern end of a productive corridor where agricultural land meets the industrial demands of the West Texas energy sector. The landscape is defined by the winding course of the Clear Fork and Mulberry Cr, while the subterranean economy is evidenced by the Dorsey Oil Field, Hawley Oil Field, and Akard Oil Field. These fields, alongside the Cosden Refinery, represent the region's long-standing reliance on petroleum extraction. Local history and genealogy are preserved at the Hawley Cem and Mid Way Cem, which serve as quiet landmarks among the rural road network including FM-1226 and FM-1082. To the south, the expansion of North Abilene signals the urban growth pushing toward these smaller ranching and oil communities, such as Hodges, showing a region in transition during the early 21st century.