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2012 Map of Pony Flats

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Pony Flats
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Mackenzie Battleground anchors the southern portion of this landscape where the high plains break into the canyon country of the Texas Panhandle. The dramatic topography is defined by the Prairie Dog Town Fork Red River, which cuts through the terrain alongside tributaries like Antibust Cr and Cita Cr. This area represents a transition from the flat tablelands used for ranching, such as at Harrell Ranch, to the deeply eroded breaks and drainages that characterize the regional geography.

The map reveals a sparse network of county roads, including Co RD 1 and Co RD 3, which provide access across the namesake Pony Flats. Local hydrology is marked by seasonal draws and springs, including Pony Spring and Tub Springs Draw, which have historically dictated land use in this semi-arid environment. Prominent landforms like Bull Canyon and Horseshoe Canyon illustrate the erosive power of the Red River's headwaters as they carve into the caprock.