2010 Map of Indian Draw

About this map

Marley Ranch sits within a landscape defined by an extensive network of ephemeral drainages and essential water infrastructure in Val Verde County. The terrain is carved by deep seasonal courses like Big Indian Canyon, Government Canyon, and the central Indian Draw. In this arid environment, the survival of ranching operations is made visible by the numerous named windmills distributed across the territory. Features such as the Big Indian Waterhole Windmill, Indian Waterhole Windmill, and Quien Sabe Windmill demonstrate the reliance on groundwater for livestock in the Texas backcountry. This topography is also marked by the broad paths of Edwards Draw and Johnson Draw, illustrating the complex watershed system that shapes the land use and ranching patterns of the region.