Shafter Lake dominates the southeastern quadrant of this West Texas landscape, providing a rare hydrographic landmark in the high plains of Andrews County. Nearby, the Shafter Lake Cem stands as a focal point for local genealogy and history, marking the site of a once-active settlement in this arid region. The terrain is further defined by the winding course of Monument Draw, which meanders across the upper half of the sheet, indicating the natural drainage patterns that have shaped the cattle and oil country of the Permian Basin. A network of rural and ranch roads, including Shrauner Rd and Fisher Rd, crisscrosses the landscape in a rigid grid, reflecting the systematic land partitioning and logistical needs of the modern Texas interior.
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1954 · Hobbs
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Hobbs
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1963 · Andrews
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1969 · Seminole SW
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1970 · Seminole SE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1971 · Paynes Corner SE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1971 · Florey
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1971 · Frankel City
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1971 · Whalen Lake
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1971 · Shafter Lake
USGS Topo · 1:24,000