2016 Map of El Jardin

About this map

El Jardin and the neighboring settlements of Plan de Monterrey and Los Becerros anchor this coastal Texas landscape along the border of Willacy and Kenedy Counties. The terrain is characterized by a high density of watering locations, often named with a personal or descriptive touch, such as Flor de Mayo Tank, Don Delfino Tank, and Coyotes Tank. These water sources are essential features in a region where the natural hydrology is supplemented by infrastructure like the East Main Drain. The road network, including FM 3142, provides the primary connections between these dispersed settlements and the surrounding rangeland. This survey captures a specific moment in the rural development of the South Texas plains, showing how land use and water management have shaped the local community structure and names.