2019 Map of Duff Springs

About this map

Mitchell Mesa dominates the northern high ground of this West Texas landscape, where life and movement are dictated by the intermittent flow of desert water. The hydrology is anchored by Duff Springs and Davenport Spring, vital water sources that have historically supported ranching and transit through these high-elevation basins. A complex network of drainages including Goat Cr, Walnut Draw, and Duff Creek carve through the terrain, illustrating the natural conduits for seasonal runoff. To the south, a feature simply labeled The Ditch suggests man-made modifications to the natural drainage, likely intended to manage water for livestock or local agriculture. The presence of Cottonwood Spring near Dark Canyon further highlights the rare and critical water points that define the survival and settlement patterns of this Brewster County region.