2010 Map of Gillis Ranch

About this map

The Devils River corridor dominates this interior stretch of Val Verde County, defining a landscape marked by ranching infrastructure and river crossings. Ranching legacy is anchored by the Gillis Ranch, which utilizes managed water resources including Gillis East Lake and Gillis West Lake, both held by namesake structures like the Gillis West Lake Dam. The river itself features historically significant transit points such as Rubboard Crossing and Pafford Crossing, which provided essential access across the waterway in an era before extensive highway development. The map also traces the path of Wardlaw Ranch Rd through the southern portion of the survey. Topographic detail captures the drainages of Dead Mans Creek and Evans Creek, illustrating how seasonal water flow shaped the distribution of settlements and roads in this cattle-country environment.