1967 Map of Hospital Ranch

About this map

The dry, dissected Edwards Plateau landscape of West Texas is defined here by a network of ranching outposts and drainage draws. Sparse vegetation and a reliance on subterranean water sources are evident through the naming of family-run operations such as Hospital Ranch, Glasscock Ranch, and Red Mill Ranch. The terrain is deeply incised by a series of ephemeral watercourses including Willow Draw, Granger Draw, and Plum Canyon, which dictate the placement of local roads and livestock infrastructure. Scattered Gravel Pits and a Drill Hole point to the extraction of natural resources in a region primarily dedicated to pastoral use. This survey also captures the intersection of several political boundaries, where Crockett Co and Glasscock Co meet at a point near the Berger Ranch.