2012 Map of Hovey NE

About this map

Isolated ranchlands and critical water sources define this West Texas landscape in the northern reaches of the Trans-Pecos. The network of drainage basins, including Paisano Cr and Musquiz Cr, dictates the placement of infrastructure in this arid environment. Transportation through the area relies on the Old Alpine Hwy and Hovey Rd, which traverse the open range. The survival of local ranching operations is evidenced by the distribution of named water-pumping stations such as North Windmill, Webb Windmill, and Hackney Windmill. Natural landmarks like Antelope Draw provide the only significant topographic breaks in an otherwise expansive and utilitarian landscape, where water features like Burnt-House Cr remain the most vital landmarks for orientation.