2013 Map of Ben Bolt SE

About this map

The Ben Bolt Oil Field and the King Ranch Borregos Oil Field anchor this southern Texas landscape, illustrating the regional importance of the petroleum industry. This coastal plain environment is defined by an extensive network of ephemeral drainages like Trinidad Cr, San Andreas Cr, and Santa Gertrudis Cr, which feed into various small basins including Chivos Lake and Olmo Lake. The map reveals a highly managed rangeland where cattle ranching and water access are central to the geography, evidenced by the numerous named windmills scattered across the territory, such as Hormigas Windmill, Mitas Negras Windmill, and Marrano Windmill. Transportation and commerce are facilitated by FM 735 and FM 2295, while the Kleberg County Airport serves as a modern node within this traditional ranching district. The presence of Los Machos Ranch further emphasizes the enduring legacy of large-scale landholdings in Jim Wells County.