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1971 Map of Westway NE

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Westway NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

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The High Plains of Deaf Smith County are captured here during a period of intensive water management for agriculture and livestock. This landscape is defined by the widespread distribution of Well and Wells sites, reflecting the critical role of groundwater in sustaining the Texas Panhandle's ranching and farming economy. The map reveals a highly structured grid of land divisions, often delineated by the fine red dashed lines that represent selected fence lines, illustrating the methodical parceling of this vast prairie.

A solitary Historical Marker sits along a northern section road, hinting at local significance or a pioneer trail that once crossed these plains. Near the northwestern corner, a small Cem serves as a quiet genealogical marker for the early settlers who established themselves in this corner of Westway. The topography is subtle, characterized by the shallow depressions of playas that punctuate the level horizon, creating a unique hydrological network across the arid landscape.