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1965 Map of Bovina

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Bovina
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Bovina serves as a critical agricultural and transportation hub in the High Plains of Parmer County during the mid-1960s. The settlement pattern is defined by its proximity to the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad, which cuts through the southeastern corner of the quadrangle. The surrounding landscape is characterized by numerous depressions and intermittent drainage systems, most notably Catfish Draw and Running Water Draw.

Evidence of the local economy and infrastructure is visible through the presence of a Pipeline, several Gravel Pits, and a localized Sewage Ponds system. Notable landmarks within the town site include a Radio Tower, a Water Tank, and a local Cem. The map also captures several distinct water features, such as Mustang Lake, providing a clear look at the hydrologic character of the Texas Panhandle before modern intensive development.