2013 Map of Alamito Creek

About this map

Alamito Creek and its many tributaries define the drainage patterns of this Webb County landscape, where ranching and water management are the primary features. The terrain is marked by a series of engineered water bodies, including Nicholson Lake, Abbott and Clapp Lake, and the Colwell Lake Dam. These reservoirs, along with the Nicholson Ranch Lake Number 2, suggest a focus on livestock and land management in this arid portion of South Texas. The most significant historical landmark is the Becerra Cem in the northwest, situated near the banks of Becerra Creek. Local transportation relies on a network of routes such as Becerras Rd and Callaghan Rd, which connect the scattered ranch properties and water crossings across the winding courses of Salado Creek and Gato Creek.