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2012 Map of Schott Mountain

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Schott Ranch and its namesake Schott Mtn anchor this high-plains landscape in Briscoe County, where the topography is defined by the carved breaks of the Prairie Dog Town Fork Red River. This 2012 survey documents a sparsely populated ranching region marked by seasonal water sources and named camps such as Heckman Camp, Cherokee Camp, and Lower Barrel Camp. The drainage network is dense and complex, with Marshall Cr, Barrel Cr, and Cherokee Cr cutting through the terrain toward the river.

Water management is central to the land's utility, evidenced by the distribution of windmills and stock tanks like Stinkhole Windmill, Wagon Wheel Tank, and Caliche Tank. Natural features like Lost Canyon, Folley Canyon, and Karnes Flat provide a clear view of the erosion patterns typical of the Texas Panhandle edge, offering a detailed perspective for researchers interested in the rural infrastructure and land use of the early 21st century.