2012 Map of Young Ranch

About this map

The Washita River meanders across the northern reaches of Hemphill County, Texas, defining a landscape dominated by ranching interests and water management. Large-scale holdings such as Young Ranch and Arrington Ranch anchor the territory, reflecting the enduring cattle heritage of the Texas Panhandle. A significant system of watershed protection is evident through numerous Soil Conservation Service reservoirs, including Soil Conservation Service Site 4 Reservoir and Soil Conservation Service Site 2 Reservoir, which dot the drainages leading toward the river and White Cr. The road network is sparse, consisting primarily of rural routes like Fm-1268 and Ranch Road 48, alongside numerous named county roads such as Co Road CC and Co Road Z. This 2012 survey illustrates the modern intersection of private land use and federal conservation infrastructure in a semi-arid environment.