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2010 Map of Tonk Creek

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Tonk Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Elm Creek Reservoir and its associated Elm Creek Dam dominate the northwestern corner of this Texas ranching landscape, where water management is central to the local geography. The terrain is defined by a dendritic network of seasonal drainages, including North Elm Creek, Tecumseh Creek, and the headwaters of Tonk Creek. These waterways are punctuated by numerous stock tanks such as Ada Tank and Ranger Canyon Tank, which are vital for supporting livestock in this part of Throckmorton County.

A sparse network of rural roads, including Cabin Rd and Otts Rd, connects the various pastures and ridges. Elevation changes are subtle across the quadrangle, with Sellers Hill serving as one of the few prominent named landmarks. The map illustrates a contemporary livestock-driven economy, evidenced by the high density of small tanks and dams that catch runoff from the West Fork Tonk Creek and East Fork Tonk Creek.