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2010 Map of Loma Alta NE

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Loma Alta NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Hasete Ranch and Atkinson Ranch anchor this ranching landscape in McMullen County, characterized by a complex network of ephemeral drainages and vital water management features. The area's hydrology is defined by the systems of Leopard Creek, Cow Creek, and the uniquely named Devils Waterhole Creek. Man-made water sources are critical here, evidenced by the Red Gate Tank and Red Gate Tank Dam in the north, and Hasete Lake with its accompanying Hasete Lake Dam further south.

Transportation through this South Texas terrain relies on established routes such as FM 624 and San Diego Rd. The map illustrates a landscape where land use is intimately tied to the seasonal flow of water, with Little Cow Creek and Black Creek cutting through the open country between the large ranch holdings. This 2010 survey provides a detailed record of the intersections between family-named roads and the natural creek beds that dictate the rhythm of rural life.