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1952 Map of La Parra Ranch

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of La Parra Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

La Parra Ranch serves as the central focal point of this coastal Kenedy County landscape, where the shifting sands of the Texas shore meet a specialized ranching economy dependent on artesian water. The map documents an extensive network of named water sources, such as Bordas Artesian Well, Mwalessos Artesian Well, and Padre Alijos Artesian Well, which provided the necessary lifeblood for livestock in this arid environment.

Bordered by the waters of Baffin Bay to the northeast, the terrain is characterized by stabilized dunes and active Shifting Sand Dunes. The presence of the Lookout Tower and a system of private ranch roads underscores the remote, managed nature of the land during the mid-20th century. Notable landmarks like the Alto de la Cruz rise above the coastal plain, while features like the Cabillos Well (Abandoned) record the changing utility of specific sites over time.