2016 Map of Biel Lake North

About this map

Biel Lake and a complex network of ephemeral drainages define this South Texas landscape in Webb County. The terrain is marked by numerous water catchment features essential for ranching, including Parrilla Tank, Woodpecker Tank, and the uniquely named Fallout Tank. These artificial ponds are fed by seasonal waterways such as San Casimiro Cr, Becerra Cr, and Salado Cr. The presence of the Seven C's Ranch Airport in the northeast corner suggests the continued importance of large-scale private ranching operations in this part of the state during the early 21st century. Ranch Rd 863 provides the primary east-west corridor through this open country, crossing several branches of Las Pintas Cr as it traverses the brushland. For those studying local land use and hydrology, the map provides a precise record of water management in a semi-arid environment.