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1972 Map of Elam Mountain

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

Elam Mountain and the surrounding high desert of Brewster County are defined by a complex network of ephemeral drainages and transit corridors. In the early 1970s, this landscape was shared by two major rail lines: the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe in the northwest and the Southern Pacific running along the southern margin. The terrain transitions from the volcanic heights of House Mountain and Cone Mountain to the alluvial basins of Alpine Creek and Emerson Draw. Grounded details like a Gravel Pit, a remote Substa, and several strategically placed Wells indicate the localized industrial and ranching efforts required to sustain operations in this arid environment. A Jeep Trail winds through the central ridges, offering a glimpse into the rugged access patterns before modern road developments reached deep into the West Texas interior.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1972
Date Published1975
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23.2 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain