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1893 Map of Fort McKavett

Name: 1893 Topographic Map of Fort McKavett
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1928
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1928

About this map

The Fort Mc Kavett settlement anchors this 1891 survey, situated at the confluence of the San Saba River and Middle Valley. This region of West Texas, spanning the borders of Schleicher, Sutton, and Kimble counties, is defined by a landscape of intricate draws and hollows that once supported a vast network of family-held livestock operations. The map meticulously records these early land holdings, including the Henderson Brothers Ranch, Berry Brothers Ranch, and the S.S.S. Ranch.

Tracing the drainage basins of the North Llano River and South Concho Draw reveals the isolation of these pioneer outposts. Notable genealogical landmarks include Bates Old Ranch and Rileys Old Ranch, which signify the shifting footprints of early settlement. The presence of Enza Springs and reliable water sources like Epps Creek underscores the vital geography that dictated the placement of these historic Texas ranches.