2019 Map of Laguna Atascosa

About this map

Bayview and its surrounding coastal prairie are defined by the complex system of resacas and lagoons typical of the Rio Grande Delta. This 2019 survey captures the winding course of the Resaca de los Fresnos as it meanders toward the extensive Laguna Atascosa wetlands. The landscape is a mix of agricultural land and residential developments, including the Arroyo Gardens Number 2 Colonia and Arroyo Gardens Number 4 Colonia in the northwest. Significant water management features such as Mercer Reservoir 1 and Cain Reservoir 2 support the region's ranching and farming operations, while the Soldiers Cem near the southern boundary provides a point of local genealogical interest. The map also documents the transition from open range at La Tina Ranch to the tidal flats surrounding Cayo Atascoso and Needle Island.