2016 Map of Hayrick Mountain

About this map

Hayrick Mountain and Rattlesnake Mtn dominate the topography of this high-plains landscape where the borders of Howard, Mitchell, and Sterling counties converge. The drainage patterns of Bull Cr, Mustang Cr, and Forest Cr define the intricate contour lines of the southern terrain, leading toward Gardener Draw. This 2016 survey illustrates a modern rangeland economy heavily reliant on specialized water management, evidenced by the numerous tanks scattered across the draws and ridges. Names like Dipping Vat Tank, Triple Tank, and Rockwater Hole reflect the essential nature of surface water in West Texas ranching. Infrastructure is limited to county roads such as Co RD 407-P, which provide access to this open country where the natural landforms remain the primary markers of location.