1967 Map of Hell Roaring Creek

About this map

The North Pease River carves a broad valley through the southern half of this Panhandle landscape, where the confluence of several major drainage systems defines the local geography. In the late 1960s, this area on the Childress Co Cottle Co border was characterized by a high degree of erosion, with the winding paths of Hell Roaring Creek and Shores Creek feeding into the larger river system from the north. The presence of a Radio Facility and a scattered Well indicate the light human footprint on this terrain. An Indefinite Boundary runs through the central portion of the map, suggesting the complexities of surveying this dissected land during the mid-century. This map captures the intricate network of seasonal waterways including Sweetwater Creek and Devils Creek, which provide a clear picture of the hydrological patterns of the region before further modern developments.