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1970 Map of Fort McKavett

Name: 1970 Topographic Map of Fort McKavett
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Fort McKavett serves as the focal point of this 1970s landscape, positioned where the historic outpost overlooks the San Saba River. The map reveals a transition from the river valley's riparian features, such as Baptism Hole and Calistro Hole, to the expansive uplands marked by Robertson Flat and Target Hill. The drainage patterns are intricate, with several major draws including Milligan Draw, Rattlesnake Draw, and Sheen Draw converging toward the San Saba.

Evidence of local history and land use is found in sites like Camp Sol Mayer and the Opp Cem near Opp Spring. The terrain is characterized by numerous seasonal water sources and springs, such as Government Spring, alongside several Gravel Pit operations. Fence lines, indicated by fine red dashed lines, trace the ranching boundaries across the Schleicher and Menard County line, reflecting the rural character of this West Texas region.