2012 Map of Spencer Lake

About this map

Spencer Lake sits at the heart of this high-plains landscape in Collingsworth County, where the topography is defined by the erosive drainage of the Salt Fork Red River valley. A complex network of seasonal creek beds, including Little Gyp Cr and Whitefish Cr, carves through the terrain, illustrating the hydrologic patterns of the Texas Panhandle. The map reveals a sparsely populated ranching environment where water management is critical, evidenced by the presence of Hess Windmill. Transportation is dictated by the grid of local paths like Co RD E and Co RD 27, alongside the more established route of Ranch Road 3143 in the northeast. This 2012 survey captures the modern rural character of the region, where land use remains largely tied to the natural watercourses such as Skillet Cr and Gyp Cr.