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2010 Map of Torrey House

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

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Torrey House sits at the heart of this Panhandle landscape, where the meandering course of the Canadian River cuts through the high plains of Oldham County. The map documents a classic Texas ranching environment defined by a critical network of water management features, including the Rita Blanca Tank, Blue Dam Tank, and numerous named windmills such as Elephant Head Windmill and West Cow Pasture Windmill.

These landmarks illustrate the infrastructure required for cattle operations in a region where seasonal drainages like Punta de Agua Creek and Los Redos Creek meet the river valley. Notable human outposts and natural landmarks punctuate the terrain, from the Hollicott Crossing on the river to the specialized camps at Bird Farm Camp and Isabelle Camp. The topography transitions from the open Torrey Flats into the sharp relief of Goodnight Canyon and Torrey Canyon, reflecting the rugged breaks that characterize this portion of the Texas High Plains.