2010 Map of La Vernia

About this map

Cibolo Creek meanders southeastward through this part of Wilson County, serving as the primary geographical spine for the settlements of La Vernia and Sutherland Springs. The landscape is a mix of agricultural utility and petroleum extraction, evidenced by the Linne Oil Field and K Oil Field located east of the main waterway. Local genealogy is anchored by the Sutherland Cemetery, situated near the confluence where Gum Branch approaches the main creek. Several water sources define the area's hydrology beyond the main creek, including Sulphur Spring, Denning Spring, and the Dagen Lake Dam. A dense network of local roads such as FM 775, FM 539, and FM 2772 connects these rural communities, while family-named routes like Enck Ln and Deager Pt suggest the deep-rooted landholdings of the region. The map captures a transition toward modern residential development near the northern settlements while maintaining the traditional oil-and-water resource patterns of South Texas.