2019 Map of Purmela

About this map

Purmela and South Purmela anchor the northern reaches of this central Texas landscape, where the drainage of Cowhouse Cr carves a winding path through the limestone-inflected terrain of Coryell County. This modern survey reflects the enduring rural structure of the region, where family-named landmarks like the Smith Cem and high points such as McCluskey Mtn and Bagget Mtn define the local geography. The settlement at Arnett sits at the intersection of a network of county roads and farm-to-market routes that connect these small communities. The map highlights the seasonal watercourses feeding the Leon River watershed, including Bee Cr, Honey Cr, and Camp Br. This documentation reveals a landscape of working ranches and scattered homesteads, maintaining a settlement pattern that has changed little since the early twentieth century.