2010 Map of Agua Nueva

About this map

Agua Nueva and the surrounding ranchlands of Jim Hogg County are defined by a network of essential water points in this South Texas landscape. This survey illustrates the vital role of wind power in sustaining the local cattle industry, marking dozens of named wells such as Loma Windmill, San Carlos Windmill, and Buena Suerte Windmill. These features, often the only landmarks for miles, are connected by isolated ranch roads like Las Palomas Ranch Rd and Alice Jones Thompson Rd. Local genealogy is anchored by the Ramirez Cemetery, while the presence of Palomas Ranch and the Puesta Del Sol Airport points to the modernization of these large private holdings. The map provides a clear picture of the grid-like partitioning of the brush country, where transportation is funneled through FM 1017 and Agua Nueva Rd.