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2012 Map of Wheeler

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Wheeler
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The city of Wheeler stands as the central hub of this High Plains landscape, organized around a traditional grid of streets including Main St and S Mobeetie St. The surrounding countryside is defined by an extensive network of section roads, such as Co Rd-13 and FM-2473, which support the ranching and agricultural operations of the Texas Panhandle. Local history is anchored at the Wheeler Cem south of the main settlement, a vital landmark for genealogical research in the county.

Water sources are scarce but significant in this arid terrain, with the N Fork Red River cutting across the southwestern corner of the quadrangle. Other notable drainage features include Silver Cr and Sweetwater Cr, while Bronco Springs provides a rare concentrated water point to the south. The presence of Airport Rd on the eastern edge of the city highlights the area's modern infrastructure and its continued role as a regional waypoint.