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2022 Map of Sheep Run Creek

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

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The Llano River cuts a prominent diagonal across this West Texas landscape, serving as the primary drainage for a network of seasonal creeks and deep draws. This 2022 survey captures the rugged intersection of Mason, Kimble, and Menard counties, where the land is characterized by steep limestone relief and named drainages like Sheep Run Creek and Leon Creek. The rural character of the area is maintained by a network of ranch roads and local tracks, including Pecan Ridge Road and Leon Creek Road, which provide access to large private landholdings.

Local history is anchored by the Gamel Cemetery located in the northern reaches of the quadrangle near Hogg Bluff Creek. The terrain is deeply incised by features like Cedar Hollow and Chimney Hollow, reflecting a landscape where water and topography have dictated the patterns of ranching and movement for generations. The convergence of Little Saline Creek and Salty Creek with the main river emphasizes the importance of these water sources in an otherwise arid environment.