1895 Map of Sherwood

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The Middle Concho River and its numerous tributaries dominate this high-plains landscape, which was surveyed during the late nineteenth century. The settlement of Sherwood serves as a central hub, positioned near the confluence of several drainages including Spring Creek and Dove Creek. This area, characterized by the prominent Lopez Peaks and the distant Twin Buttes, shows a distinct pattern of settlement following the watercourses through the limestone breaks of the Edwards Plateau. The presence of Knickerbocker to the east and Arden to the north illustrates the early ranching footprint in Irion and Tom Green counties. A network of primitive roads connects these outposts, crossing Rocky Creek and Live Oak Creek, reflecting a period before modern highway development when travel was dictated by the topography and river fords. Boundary lines for Irion, Tom Green, Schleicher, and Crockett counties intersect across the southern reach near the South Concho River.