2013 Map of Imperialist Tank

About this map

Laughlin Air Force Base Auxiliary Nr 1 anchors the northwestern corner of this Maverick County landscape, where the Chihuahuan Desert brush meets aviation infrastructure and ranching history. The terrain is defined by a series of stock tanks and seasonal drainage systems, including Imperialist Cr and Elm Cr, which reflect the region's reliance on managed water sources for livestock. Ranching footprints are evident through features like the Burr Estate Lake Number 1 and Smyth Lake Number 1, alongside numerous reservoirs such as Imperialist Tank and County Line Tank. Transport in this part of South Texas is dominated by the long stretches of state road and the presence of the Dunbar Ranch Airport, indicating the logistical demands of these large landholdings. Further south, the naming of Railroad Tank and New Tank suggests the evolution of infrastructure in an area where water control is the primary marker of human activity.