1963 Map of Encino

About this map

Tepeguaje Ranch and the community of Encino anchor this South Texas landscape during a period of expanding energy infrastructure. The map reveals a high concentration of water sources critical to ranching and industry, including La Venada Well, Agua Dulce Well, and Juan Well. The economy of Brooks County is characterized here by the Rachal Oil Field and the Southern Pacific rail line, which supported the transport of cattle and resources from remote locations like Rachal Siding. Local history is preserved in sites such as Villarreal Cem and named family landmarks like Plano de Choche. The terrain transitions from the dunes of Los Muertos in the northeast to the flat reaches of Alta Mesa in the southwest, while natural water features like Laguna Salada and La Redonda Lake provide distinct geographic markers amidst a network of industrial pipelines.