2010 Map of Duff Springs

About this map

Mitchell Mesa dominates the northern landscape of this Brewster County region, where the high desert terrain is defined by its scarce but vital water sources. The namesake Duff Springs and the nearby Davenport Spring represent essential landmarks in an area where local hydrology dictates the pattern of human activity and ranching infrastructure. Arroyos and intermittent drainages like Duff Creek, Goat Creek, and the long Walnut Draw channel seasonal runoff from the higher elevations, carving out features such as Dark Canyon. The presence of the Brush Windmill near the southern boundary highlights the ongoing reliance on groundwater to sustain livestock in this West Texas environment. This 2010 survey illustrates the sparse road network and scattered improvements typical of the Big Bend country's vast ranchlands.