2016 Map of Lake Abilene

About this map

Lake Abilene anchors the northern landscape of this Taylor County terrain, serving as a primary water feature fed by Elm Cr. The surrounding topography is defined by a series of significant elevations and deeply cut hollows, including Steamboat Mtn and Indian Mtn to the east. The drainage network is complex, with Bulger Cr flowing into Lake Bulger in the southeast, while Pleasant Run and Elmont Cr traverse the central and western reaches. This 2016 survey illustrates a rural landscape where large-scale ranching and land management are evident through named corridors like Heinze Ranch Rd and Arrowhead Ranch Rd. Numerous named hollows such as Scott Hollow and Jordan Hollow suggest a historical pattern of local land use tied to the specific draws and springs, like Buckett Springs, which are vital in this semi-arid environment.