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1964 Map of Bryant Ranch

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Bryant Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

Bryant Ranch serves as the namesake landmark for this 1960s survey of the Permian Basin, a landscape defined by its vital water and energy infrastructure. The map reveals an arid terrain meticulously managed through a network of numbered watering points, ranging from Windmill No 2 in the north to Windmill No 19 in the south. This dense distribution of windmills underscores the critical nature of groundwater for ranching operations in Midland County during the mid-20th century.

Industrial activity is equally prominent, with multiple Oil Wells and a complex system of pipelines cutting across the topography. Several Gravel Pits are also noted, providing a clear record of the local extraction economy. The map traces the intersection of traditional cattle ranching and the burgeoning oil industry, showing how both shared this portion of the Texas plains through a shared grid of unimproved roads and utility corridors.