1974 Map of Crane SW

About this map

Landreth Draw meanders through this portion of Crane County, defining the drainage patterns of an arid landscape dominated by the mid-1970s petroleum industry. The surface is heavily marked by the infrastructure of the surrounding Oil Field, where numerous Oil Wells and drill holes are connected by an intricate network of buried Pipelines. This industrial character is further established by the presence of a Pumping Sta and several excavations, such as the Gravel Pit located near the draw. While largely devoid of residential settlements, the map provides a precise record of the energy extraction footprint in West Texas, showing the placement of every borehole and gathering line during a peak era of domestic oil production.