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1969 Map of Dryden NW, 1972 Print
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1969 Map of Dryden NW

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

Arid ranchlands of Terrell County define this 1969 topographic survey, where isolated outposts like Wood Ranch and Mitchell Ranch stand against a complex network of dry watercourses. The drainage patterns of Eightmile Draw and Downie Draw dominate the landscape, carving deep relief through the Trans-Pecos terrain. Evidence of the mid-century cattle industry is visible through the fine red dashed lines indicating fence lines and the presence of an earthen Landing Strip, likely used for ranching operations and aerial surveillance of this remote territory. These features illustrate the adaptations required for large-scale livestock operations in West Texas, where water management and long-distance transport were essential for survival. Researchers and genealogists can trace the footprint of the Odom Ranch and other family-held lands as they appeared before modern changes to the regional infrastructure.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1969
Date Published1972
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain