The settlement of Best sits along the northern edge of this Reagan County landscape, positioned near the junction of Best Ln N and the historic Santa Rita Rd. This semi-arid region is defined by its extensive ranching and resource infrastructure, where the distribution of water was essential for both livestock and the developing oil economy. The map reveals a network of named water sources and pumping stations, including Sand Windmill, Twin Tank Windmill, and the Six Section Windmill. The natural topography is marked by Big Lake Draw, which carves through the central terrain. Local transit and access follow an established grid of rural routes such as Lone Wolf Rd and McMullen Rd, providing a detailed look at the land division in this portion of West Texas during the early 21st century.
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1920 · Big Lake
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1922 · Big Lake
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1928 · Rankin
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1954 · San Angelo
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · San Angelo
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1965 · San Angelo
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1970 · Texon SE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1970 · Garrison Draw
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1970 · Gardener Draw
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1970 · Divide Draw
USGS Topo · 1:24,000