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1983 Map of Deer Peak

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Deer Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

Deer Peak rises above the arid expanse of the Trans-Pecos, serving as a prominent landmark in this Presidio County landscape during the early 1980s. The region is defined by the broad, open basin of Ryan Flat, where the Southern Pacific railroad cuts across the northern corner, linking this remote ranching territory to the wider Texas rail network. Human presence is centered on isolated outposts like the Dutch Wells Ranch and Ryan Ranch, which rely on a sparse network of water sources to sustain livestock.

The infrastructure of the desert is clearly documented through numerous landmarks, including the Red House Windmill, Wild Horse Windmill, and Longview Windmill. Water management is critical here, evidenced by the distribution of catchment features such as Jake Tank and Triple Well. Seasonal drainages like Ryan Draw and Wild Horse Draw snake across the flats, illustrating the natural drainage patterns that dictate the placement of local corrals and ranching improvements in this rugged high-desert environment.