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2022 Map of Raven Creek South

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Raven Creek South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Eskota sits at the southwestern edge of this landscape, marking a localized hub of settlement where the Fisher, Nolan, Jones, and Taylor county lines converge. The terrain is defined by a dendritic network of ephemeral waterways, including the winding Sweetwater Cr and the aptly named Stink Cr and Little Stink Cr. These drainages have historically shaped the agricultural boundaries and road placements throughout this ranching and farming region.

Genealogists will find interest in the Newman Cem located near the northern border along Co RD 163. The map detail shows how the rural road network, including FM 1085 and Sylvester Rd, follows the natural contours of the land, providing a clear view of property access and rural development in the early 21st century. The confluence of several forks, such as the S Fork and Raven Cr, illustrates the hydrological character of this West Texas territory.