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1979 Map of Lechuguilla Creek

Name: 1979 Topographic Map of Lechuguilla Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

The Devils River dominates the eastern edge of this landscape in Val Verde County, cutting a deep path through the limestone topography. This mid-1970s survey captures a transition point in the West Texas terrain, where the winding waterway is joined by several significant drainages including Lechuguilla Creek and Dead Mans Creek. The interior is characterized by complex canyon systems like Rough Canyon and Dark Canyon, which define the local drainage patterns toward the river.

Evidence of human activity is sparse but specific, focused on utility and resource extraction. The presence of multiple Gravel Pits and a solitary Gravel Pit indicates local mining for road or construction materials. Navigation through this isolated country relied on a network of unpaved paths, including a designated Jeep Trail and other unnamed trails, while infrastructure is limited to isolated landmarks such as a Well, Drill Hole, and Tank, likely serving ranching or survey needs.