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2016 Map of Indian Tank

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Indian Tank
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Indian Tank and the surrounding Maverick County brushland are defined by a complex network of ephemeral water sources and drainage channels. The landscape is marked by numerous stock tanks, such as Golondrina Tank, Rincon de Flores Tank, and Huellas Tank, which provide essential water for cattle in this arid South Texas region. These man-made features are vital components of the local ranching infrastructure, often positioned near natural drainages like Mustang Cr and Chilipitin Cr.

Topographic variations are subtle, with the exception of Chapotal Hill rising above the plains. The drainage pattern is dictated by several significant creek beds, including Picosa Cr and Indian Cr, which cut through the terrain. The presence of specialized sites like Noria Tank—named for a traditional water-drawing well—and Pipeline Tank points to the evolution of water management and industrial infrastructure across these open rangelands.