2010 Map of Diamond Y Spring

About this map

Diamond Y Spring and its surrounding desert landscape anchor this West Texas study, where water sources dictate the placement of human activity and infrastructure. The topography is defined by the ephemeral drainage of Courtney Creek in the northwest and the winding course of Leon Creek, which traverses the southern portion of the quadrangle. These watercourses are central to the ranching operations that characterize the region, including the established Lethco Ranch. The map reveals a sparse network of service roads and property boundaries typical of Pecos County's expansive cattle country. The proximity of these springs to the creeks highlights a critical environmental intersection in an otherwise arid environment, documenting the persistent value of natural water sources for livestock and habitation in this part of the Trans-Pecos.