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1964 Map of Dewey Lake NE

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Dewey Lake NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

Mustang Draw cuts through this high plains landscape of Glasscock County, where the mid-1960s cattle and energy infrastructure is meticulously recorded. The map reveals an arid environment defined by its water-gathering points, including the Sand Windmill, Shell Windmill, and Salt Lake Windmill. These named landmarks served as vital reference points for local ranchers and land managers in a region where surface water is scarce.

Industrial activity is evident through the extensive network of pipelines and numerous wells and drill holes scattered across the terrain. These features, alongside Oil Wells and a Gravel Pit, illustrate the transition of the West Texas economy toward mineral extraction. The layout of fine red dashed lines indicates fence lines, providing a detailed record of land use and property divisions during this era.