2019 Map of Julian

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Candelaria Hill rises above the South Texas brushlands in this 2019 survey of the Julian quadrangle, where the borders of Kenedy, Brooks, and Hidalgo Counties converge. The landscape is defined by the ephemeral waters of Candelaria Lake and a series of smaller ponds and wetlands that dot the arid terrain. Human impact is visible through a network of ranch roads and boundary lines, including Tobin Armstrong Rd and S Tullidos Rd, which navigate the sparsely populated region. This survey captures the remote character of the ranching country north of the Rio Grande Valley, documenting the subtle shifts in elevation and the persistent water features that dictate the movement of cattle and commerce in this corner of the state.