2022 Map of Paynes Corner

About this map

Seminole Draw carves a subtle path through the High Plains of Gaines County, defining the drainage patterns in this corner of West Texas. This modern survey illustrates a landscape primarily organized by a rigid grid of county roads, such as Co Rd 323 and Co Rd 315, which serve the expansive agricultural and ranching operations of the region. The map captures the infrastructure of the Permian Basin's surface, where local thoroughfares like Nadine Rd and Ranch Rd 181 provide the vital links between remote homesteads and larger regional hubs. This network of dirt and paved roads, including FM 1757, reflects the systematic land use that has characterized the Llano Estacado since the mid-20th century.