2016 Map of Puente

About this map

Indian Ft Mesa rises above a rugged drainage system in the Texas Panhandle, anchoring a landscape defined by the deep incisions of the Canadian River. This 2016 survey highlights the complex network of intermittent streams and creeks that feed the river valley, including John Ray Creek, Windmill Creek, and Pitcher Creek. The small settlement of Puente sits near the river crossing, where the corridor of Highway 87/287 provides the primary north-south passage through the breaks. The map details how local infrastructure, such as Western Street, navigates the transition from the high mesas down toward the drainage of West Amarillo Creek. This topographical study documents the hydrologic patterns and landforms of Potter County, showing the numerous smaller tributaries like Horse Creek and Ranch Creek that shape the erosional character of the region.