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2019 Map of Fort Davis SE

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Fort Davis SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Hillcrest Cem sits on the western plains of Jeff Davis County, marking the transition between the rolling high desert and the dramatic peaks of the Davis Mountains. This 2019 survey documents a landscape defined by its ephemeral waterways and deep canyons, most notably where Musquiz Canyon carves through the southern terrain alongside the path of Musquiz Cr. To the northeast, the prominent landform of Arkansas Mesa overlooks the drainage of Horse Thief Cr, a name that hints at the storied ranching and frontier history of the Big Bend region.

Transportation through this high-elevation area is dictated by the geography, with roads like Evans Ranch Rd and Kokernot Creek Rd following the natural contours of the land. The drainage network, including Cienega Cr and Limpia Cr, illustrates the vital water systems that have sustained local ranching operations for generations. The map also includes the location of High Frontier near the canyon entrance, showing the modern human presence in this traditional mountain landscape.