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1972 Map of Bramlett Ranch

USGS Topo · Published 1975

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The Rio Grande carves a winding path along the international border in this early 1970s topographic study of Hudspeth County. This arid landscape is defined by the presence of isolated settlements and mineral exploration, notably the Bramlett Ranch and the settlement at Boykin. High in the eastern breaks, the Purple Sage Mine and several Drill Holes indicate a history of resource extraction near the rim of Eagle Canyon. The map reveals the sparse infrastructure of the Trans-Pecos region, where transit is often limited to a single Jeep Trail cutting across the desert floor toward the river. Seasonal drainage patterns like Squaw Creek are clearly delineated, illustrating the stark hydrology of the Chihuahuan Desert before the era of intensive modern development. This document captures a remote frontier corridor where topography dictated the limits of ranching and mining life.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1972
Date Published1975
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23.1 x 27.1 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain