2012 Map of Spade

About this map

Spade sits at the heart of this agricultural landscape in Lamb County, defined by a rigid grid of section roads and farm-to-market routes. The community serves as a central hub where FM-54 and FM-168 intersect, facilitating the movement of local crops across the Llano Estacado. This 2012 survey illustrates the methodical organization of the High Plains, where the terrain is punctuated by numerous small depressions and playas typical of the region. Transportation is the primary visible infrastructure, with arterial routes like Ranch Road 1072 and Ranch Road 2197 connecting isolated farmsteads to the larger regional network. The map preserves the exact alignment of numerous county roads, such as Co Rd-277 and Co Rd-312, which have dictated the area's development for generations.