The small settlement of Hyman anchors this West Texas landscape, which is defined by its industrial energy footprint and water management infrastructure. Located at the intersection of Co RD 359 and Ranch Rd 2183, the area is heavily marked by energy production at the Snyder Oil Field and the Hyman Scott Oil Field. The terrain is characterized by intermittent drainage systems including Beals Creek and Bull Creek, with numerous stock tanks such as Magnolia Tank and Scout Tank scattered across the quadrangle. In the north, Rankin Lake and the Rankin Lake Dam provide a more substantial water feature amidst the arid surroundings. This map illustrates the intersection of rural ranching needs and the sprawling infrastructure of the Texas oil industry in the early 21st century.
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1941 · Big Spring South
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1942 · Big Spring South
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1942 · Big Spring North
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1951 · Iatan
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1952 · Iatan
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1952 · Westbrook
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1954 · Big Spring
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Big Spring
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1962 · Hyman NE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1963 · Buffalo Draw
USGS Topo · 1:24,000