2016 Map of Agua Azul Creek West

About this map

Agua Azul Creek and its seasonal tributaries define the landscape of south Texas where the border between Webb Co and Zapata Co is marked by thin ranch roads and water management features. The area is characterized by a sparse network of earthen structures designed to capture intermittent rainfall, such as La Rosita Tank, Los Lasos Tank, and Jordan Tank. These tanks and larger reservoirs like Hubbard Lake Number 1 and the series of L E Bruni Lakes suggest a landscape dominated by large-scale cattle ranching operations. Significant local infrastructure includes the Mangana Hein and Mangana Hein Rd, which provide access to the drainages of Barrocito Cr and El Jaral Cr. This survey illustrates the vital importance of water storage in a region where natural flow is limited to seasonal creeks like Cerrito Cr.