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1969 Map of Christine East

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Christine East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

La Parita Creek and its many tributaries, including Metate Creek and Turkey Creek, define the drainage patterns of this ranchland section in Atascosa County. The settlement of Christine sits on the western edge of the quadrangle, serving as a hub for the surrounding agricultural and ranching interests. This 1969 field-checked survey documents a landscape where the infrastructure of transportation and industry was actively shifting.

A notable vestige of earlier connectivity is the Old Railroad Grade running south from the town center, while a small Landing Strip to the east reflects modern aviation needs. Evidence of local heritage and natural features are captured through labels like the Bautista Cem, Brown Lake, and numerous wells. The intricate network of modern pipelines crossing the drainage basins of East Metate Creek and Salt Branch suggests the growing importance of regional energy infrastructure during this era.