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1969 Map of Flatrock Crossing

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Flatrock Crossing
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

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Valley Road winds through the limestone drainage of Seco Creek along the border of Uvalde and Medina counties, marking a landscape defined by deep draws and significant natural elevations. The terrain is characterized by named hollows such as Wolf Hollow and Armadillo Hollow that feed into the larger creek systems. Cultural landmarks are sparse but notable, including the isolated Miller Cem and the Valdina Farms settlement near the southern edge of the quadrangle.

Hydrological features like Richter Springs and the Flatrock Crossing ford indicate the historical importance of reliable water sources and established low-water crossings for ranching and travel. Significant topographic features like Crane Flag Mountain and the curiously named Holy Mountain rise above the valleys, while the presence of a Gaging Sta and multiple wells suggests a focused effort by the Texas Water Development Board to manage the watershed in this arid region.