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2019 Map of McDowell Creek

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

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Lake Meredith National Recreation Area dominates the eastern landscape of this Potter County region, where the Canadian River feeds into the expansive waters of Lake Meredith. The terrain is defined by a complex network of erosional features, including Apache Canyon, Aztec Canyon, and the deep incision of Devils Canyon. These natural landmarks are interspersed with flat-topped elevations such as Hackberry Mesa and Lost Mesa, illustrating the dramatic topographic relief typical of the Texas Panhandle's breaks.

Transportation through this rugged environment is limited to specialized routes like Gravel Pit Rd and the primitive Devils Canyon Trail. The map documents the intricate drainage systems of McDowell Cr and Rock Cr as they cut through Cactus Flats toward the river valley. This survey provides a modern view of the interface between the protected federal lands and the surrounding ranching country along the Moore and Potter county line.