2016 Map of Merrick

About this map

Sulphur Springs Draw snakes through this high plains landscape of Martin County, defining the primary natural drainage for the small community of Merrick. This 2016 survey illustrates a region dominated by a systematic grid of ranch roads and farm-to-market routes, reflecting the agricultural and energy infrastructure of West Texas. Near the center of the sheet, the spring-fed waters of Sulphur Springs provide a rare riparian break in the dry terrain. The transportation network is anchored by several significant local arteries including Farm Rd 2002-E, E Fm 26, and N Fm 26, which facilitate movement across the expansive parcels of the Llano Estacado. The map provides a contemporary view of land use, showing how modern county roads like Co Rd 4600 and Co Rd A3900 have adapted to the traditional section-line divisions of the Texas Panhandle region.