2019 Map of Sand

About this map

Sand occupies a central position within this West Texas landscape, situated along the county line where Gaines Co meets Dawson Co. The terrain is defined by the ephemeral path of McKenzie Draw, which winds through a geometric grid of local transit routes. This network of thoroughfares, including Co Rd CC and Co Rd 100, reflects the systematic land divisions characteristic of the High Plains agricultural and ranching economy. The scarcity of permanent surface water is underscored by the intermittent nature of the draw, highlighting the importance of groundwater and human-engineered infrastructure for settlement in this part of the state. Small depressions and localized topography interrupt the broad plains, providing subtle variations in an otherwise expansive and open landscape.