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2012 Map of Alpine South

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Alpine South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Sul Ross State Univ anchors the northeastern corner of this West Texas landscape, marking the transition from the city of Alpine to the rugged high desert terrain that characterizes the Trans-Pecos. The map details the residential expansion of the area including the Gray Addition and the suburban layout north of FM-1703. Beyond the city limits, the terrain rises sharply toward prominent landmarks like Hancock Hill and Alpine Hill, while the western portion is dominated by the elevations of Lizard Mtn and the iconic Twin Sisters.

Hydrological features such as Paisano Cr and McIntyre Cr drain the highland draws, reflecting the seasonal water patterns of the Big Bend region. The southern reaches of the quadrangle remain largely undeveloped ranch land, marked only by remote points like Ranger Spring and the Baylor Tank, illustrating the vast distances between human habitation and reliable water sources in this part of Brewster County.