2022 Map of Steep Branch

About this map

The convergence of Madison, Grimes, and Walker counties defines this rural Texas landscape, where the meandering course of Bedias Cr and its complex network of tributaries like Steep Br and Schoolhouse Br dictate the local geography. The area is characterized by a sparse, winding road system including the J C Walker Loop and Scales Ranch Rd, reflecting a region dominated by ranching and timber. Several small family and community burial grounds, such as Carter Cem, Paul Chapel Cem, and McAdams Cem, are scattered across the terrain, serving as vital landmarks for genealogical research and local history. Numerous man-made water bodies including Murff Lake and Romano Lake punctuate the landscape, indicating the importance of water management in this multi-county borderland.