2016 Map of La Leona

About this map

La Leona serves as the primary settlement hub in this part of Cameron County, where the coastal plain transitions into an intricate network of waterways and managed drainage. The landscape is defined by the winding course of the Arroyo Colorado and its companion, the Arroyo Colorado Cutoff, which together shape the local hydrology alongside the North Floodway. Local genealogy and land history are anchored by the La Leona Cem, situated near the junction of Fernando E Rd and Paredes Line Rd. To the east, the terrain opens into the wetlands and expanses of the Laguna Atascosa, a significant water feature that dominates the horizon. This map reveals a specialized agricultural environment, evidenced by named features like the San Vicente Drainage Ditch and local reservoirs such as Arroyo Tank and Jasper Tank, illustrating the complex water management required in this South Texas region.