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1920 Map of Bone Spring

Name: 1920 Topographic Map of Bone Spring
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1932
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1932

About this map

The Santiago Mountains and the Sierra Del Caballo Muerto dominate this West Texas landscape, separated by the wide expanse of Dagger Flat. This 1917 survey, published by the U.S. Geological Survey and the Army Corps of Engineers, reveals a sparsely settled frontier economy centered on isolated ranching outposts such as Hendersons Ranch, Greens Ranch, and Penners Ranch. Transportation is defined by the Marathon Road and Boquillas Road, which navigate through critical corridors like Persimmon Gap.

An intriguing industrial marker is the Old Wax Plant near Maravillas Creek, signifying local Candelilla wax production. Water sources are paramount in this arid terrain, with Bone Spring, Cow Heaven Tank, and Twin Mills providing essential points for livestock and travelers. The detailed topographic lines illustrate the dramatic relief of Dog Canyon and the prominent Rosillo Pk in the southwestern corner.