1980 Map of Alamito Creek

About this map

Salado Creek and Alamito Creek drain this landscape in Webb County, where ranching and resource extraction define the local economy during the late 1970s. The topography is dotted with dozens of small stock tanks and catchments, reflecting a reliance on surface water management in this arid Texas environment. Traces of local genealogy and settlement are found in the northwestern corner at Becerra Cem, located near the headwaters of Becerra Creek. Evidence of industrial activity is scattered across the terrain, with several Oil Well sites and Gravel Pit operations located along the ridgelines and creek beds. The map provides a detailed view of the rural infrastructure of the era, from unimproved roads to the specific locations of ranch buildings and perimeter fence lines.