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2019 Map of Lake Abilene

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Lake Abilene
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Lake Abilene anchors the northeastern landscape of this Taylor County region, serving as a significant water feature amidst a complex network of creeks and deep drainages. The area is defined by its dramatic relief, where prominent landmarks like Steamboat Mtn and Flat Top Mtn rise above the surrounding terrain. Small water sources such as Buckett Springs and seasonal drainages like Coon Hollow and Jordan Hollow indicate the natural hydrology that has shaped land use here for generations.

A network of rural roads, including Rock Ranch Rd and Heinze Ranch Rd, suggests a landscape of ranching and recreation. The presence of the Elm Creek Nature Trail near Caterpillar Lake highlights the modern conservation and public use of the lake's vicinity. The terrain is further etched by numerous named waterways such as Little Elm Cr, Pleasant Run, and Bulger Cr, which converge toward the larger basins of Graham Lake and Abilene.