1963 Map of Hart NW

About this map

North Fork Running Water Draw carves a subtle path through this High Plains landscape, reflecting a regional reliance on underground water sources and strategic drainage. The agricultural character of Castro County is evident through the presence of specialized facilities like the Feedlot and the various excavations including a Borrow Pit and Gravel Pit. Transportation and commerce in the early 1960s were anchored by the Fort Worth and Denver railroad, which cuts diagonally across the terrain, linking small trackside points like Mulkey to the larger regional network. Near the southern edge, the settlement of Hart serves as a local hub, supported by the presence of the Hart Cem. The map's contour lines and numerous wells suggest the intensive hydrological management managed by the High Plains Underground Water Conservation District during this era of Texas ranching and farming expansion.