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1983 Map of Dugout Mountain

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Dugout Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Dugout Mountain and the Del Norte Mountains dominate this Brewster County landscape, revealing the sparse settlement and hydraulic infrastructure necessary for West Texas ranching and rail operations. The Southern Pacific railroad cuts through the northeastern corner, serving the small community of Lenox, while the vast majority of the quadrangle is defined by rugged elevation and isolated water sources.

Critical water points such as Chalk Valley Spring, Twin China Well, and Emilio Spring are vital landmarks in this arid environment. The map also documents named pastoral improvements including Billy Trap Windmill, Cedar Windmill, and Double Windmill, which reflect the localized economy of the late twentieth century. These features, along with natural passes like Dugout Gap and the prominent Park Peak, illustrate the intersection of natural topography and human adaptation in the Big Bend region.