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2022 Map of Marsh

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Marsh
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Marsh sits within a landscape defined by the drainage basins of the Texas Panhandle, just south of the Moore Co Potter Co line. The topography here is deeply etched by water, with Lahey Cr and Little Lahey Creek carving winding paths through the terrain. These drainages, alongside John Ray Creek and McDowell Cr, create a complex network of draws and breaks typical of the Canadian River valley region. Distinctive geological markers like John Ray Butte and the expansive Big Canyon provide clear reference points for the local geography.

The human imprint on this area is concentrated along the corridor of 87 287, which serves as the primary artery through the southern High Plains. Secondary access is limited to routes like Gravel Pit Rd, reflecting a land use pattern largely focused on ranching and resource extraction. Researchers can trace the intersection of these natural watercourses, such as Ranch Cr, with the modern transportation network that continues to shape the settlement of Potter County.