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2010 Map of Kingsville East

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Kingsville East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Kingsville and Bishop anchor this coastal plain landscape in Kleberg County, where the grid of the city meets an extensive network of rural roads and water features. The southeastern portion of the map is dominated by the Kingsville Naval Air Station, a significant military presence that shapes the local infrastructure and airspace. Further north, the Bishop Oil Field and the Bishop Municipal Airport point to the diverse economic drivers of the region, from energy extraction to regional aviation.

Hydrological patterns are defined by the meandering courses of San Fernando Creek, Carreta Creek, and Tranquitas Creek, which cut through the flat terrain toward the coast. A unique landmark, the Caesar Grande Water Hole, sits west of the main settlements, serving as a distinct waypoint in the brush country. The intersection of US Highway 77 and various Farm to Market roads, such as FM 70, illustrates the transit corridor between these South Texas communities.