2016 Map of Signal Spring

About this map

Signal Spring marks a vital water source in this high plains landscape of Oldham County, situated where the drainage systems of the Texas Panhandle begin to carve distinct relief into the terrain. The 2016 survey illustrates a complex network of seasonal watercourses, most notably the winding path of Trujillo Cr in the northern reaches and the branching systems of Mujares Cr and the E Fork Mujares Cr to the south. These drainages define the local topography, creating a series of draws and ridges that have historically dictated movement and land use in this arid region. The map provides a precise modern record of these natural features and the sparse network of ranch roads that navigate the varying elevations between the creek beds and the level plains.