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2012 Map of Shafter Lake

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Shafter Lake dominates this portion of Andrews County, its expansive bed appearing as a prominent natural depression in the Texas Panhandle. Near its southern edge, the Shafter Lake Cem serves as a critical point of reference for genealogists tracing early twentieth-century settlers in this arid ranching region. The landscape is defined by a sparse but organized network of rural routes, including Shafter Lake Rd and Fm-1967, which connect the scattered holdings of the area.

Agricultural and pastoral operations are represented by the Bar F Ranch, illustrating the continued importance of large-scale ranching in the regional economy. The grid-like survey patterns and long, straight sections of roads such as Nevill Rd and Schranner Rd reflect the systematic land division typical of the Llano Estacado, providing a clear view of the area's modern spatial organization while preserving the location of local landmarks.