1970 Map of Belding NW

About this map

Coyanosa Draw carves a winding path through this corner of Pecos County, defining a landscape of intermittent water drainage and wide-ranging ranching operations. In the early 1970s, the area's infrastructure was marked by utility and aviation, featuring a Landing Strip and numerous wells and Wells scattered across the terrain. These water sources and the localized Gravel Pit operations reflect the practical, resource-driven settlement pattern of West Texas, where water accessibility dictated land use. Interstate transit is prominent here, shown as a major divided highway intersecting the drainage at Bruce 3. The map's detail preserves the specific placement of fence lines and benchmarks like BM 3037, offering a precise record of property and elevation for a region defined by its aridity and expansive horizons.