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2012 Map of Purmela

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Cowhouse Creek winds through this Coryell County landscape, serving as a primary geographical anchor for the rural communities of Purmela, South Purmela, and Arnett. The 2012 topography reveals a mix of creek-fed valleys and notable elevations, including Culp Mountain and McCluskey Mountain in the southeast. These peaks rise above a network of farm roads and ranch paths, such as Bowen Ranch Road, that have long defined the property lines and travel routes of this Central Texas region.

Genealogists will find the Smith Cemetery situated west of South Purmela, a key landmark for local family histories. The presence of smaller settlements like King in the south, positioned near the convergence of Cowhouse Creek and several unnamed tributaries, highlights the persistent rural character of the area even in the modern era. The drainage patterns of Bee Creek and Honey Creek further illustrate the watershed dynamics that influence the local ranching and farming economy.