1982 Map of Artesia Wells

About this map

The brush country of La Salle Co is defined here by the transit corridor of the Missouri Pacific railroad and the concentrated settlement at Artesia Wells. This 1982 provisional map captures the region's ranching and industrial infrastructure, where water management is critical as evidenced by numerous features like Moras Tank and Scotty Tank. The drainage of Las Raices Creek cuts across the southern portion of the quadrangle, while the western half is dominated by the Chaparral Wildlife Management Area. Energy and aviation footprints are visible through the inclusion of a Pump Station and a local Landing Strip, illustrating the functional landscape of South Texas during the early 1980s.