2016 Map of Delaware Spring

About this map

Delaware Spring and the upper reaches of the Delaware River anchor this arid Culberson County landscape, where water sources dictated the movement and survival of early travelers. The terrain is defined by low-lying draws and prominent outcrops like The Chimneys and Twin Hills. Remote roads including University Rd and FM 1108 navigate the high desert, providing access to sites of past enterprise like Sulfur Mine Hill. Evidence of seasonal water flow is marked by numerous landmarks such as Cedar Spring, Burro Spring, and The Seep, which have long served as vital points of reference in the vast, open country of West Texas. These natural features illustrate the fundamental relationship between the region's sparse hydrography and its historical accessibility.