2010 Map of Ira

About this map

The settlement of Ira anchors the eastern edge of this Scurry County landscape, where the high plains begin their descent toward the winding Colorado River. This river course, along with its intermittent tributaries like Bull Creek and Bluff Creek, carves a distinct path through the West Texas terrain. For genealogists and local historians, the Bluff Creek Cemetery serves as a significant landmark north of the river, while the land to the south is marked by the rugged topography of Cedar Canyon and the path of Willow Creek. The map documents a sparse but essential network of rural infrastructure, including Sterling Rd and Ranch Rd 1229, which connect isolated homesteads and ranching tracts. The layout of county roads reveals a transition from the rigid grid of the upper plains to a more fluid alignment that follows the natural breaks and canyons of the river valley.