1966 Map of White Deer SW

About this map

McClellan Creek meanders through the central and southern portions of this landscape, defining the sharp breaks and deep contours of the Carson County terrain. In the mid-1960s, this area was characterized by intensive energy exploration, with numerous Oil Wells and Gas Wells dotting the plains above the creek bed. The map reveals an intricate industrial infrastructure, including a prominent Pipeline and a specific Drill Hole that reflect the region's focus on mineral extraction. The density of these small-scale features against the backdrop of the rolling Texas Panhandle illustrates a period when the local economy was deeply tied to the underlying geological resources and the systematic development of fossil fuel fields.