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1971 Map of Koger Ranch

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Koger Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

Koger Ranch sits at the heart of this high-plains landscape, where the border between New Mexico and Texas meets the boundary of Union and Hartley Counties. The 1971 terrain is defined by a sparse network of ranching infrastructure, primarily a series of named water sources essential for cattle in this arid environment. Significant drainage occurs through Tramperos Creek in the north and Punta de Agua Creek to the east, the latter featuring localized fishing spots like Catfish Hole and Bass Hole.

A complex system of water management is visible through numerous wells, many bearing family or descriptive names such as Pat Well, Dutcher Well, and the oddly specific Watermelon Well. These points, connected by a simple network of jeep trails, illustrate the logistical demands of large-scale ranching operations during this era. The presence of labels like North School Section Well and School Section Well points to the legacy of state land management and the historical allocation of sections for educational funding.