1972 Map of Christoval SE

About this map

Schleicher County ranchlands and energy infrastructure define this 1970s landscape along the border of Tom Green Co Schleicher Co. The industrial footprint of the O'Harrow Oil Field is prominent in the southwest, marked by a dense network of oil wells, pumping stations, and a radio tower. This energy activity contrasts with the natural drainage of the Edwards Plateau, where the headwaters of Pecan Creek, Kickapoo Creek, and Dry Creek carve through the terrain. Human transit is centered on Rudd Road, which serves as a primary artery through a landscape dotted with numerous gravel pits and exploratory drill holes. The map captures a specific era of West Texas land use, balancing traditional ranching acreage like the Field with the expanding reach of petroleum extraction and associated pipelines.