The Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River snakes through the deep canyons along the international border between the United States and Mexico, marking the southern edge of Terrell and Val Verde counties. This reach of the Rio Grande is characterized by its dramatic limestone drainages, including the massive Lozier Canyon and Palma Canyon, which feed into the river from the north. The landscape is dominated by a complex network of dry arroyos and creeks such as Antonio Cr and Cow Cr. Human presence is sparse, indicated primarily by a few ranch roads like Cinco De Mayo Rd and White Rd. A notable landmark in this remote terrain is the Stand Fast Airport, situated on a high plateau above the river bends, providing a vital point of access in a region defined by its isolation and steep canyon topography.
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1943 · Malvado
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1943 · Langtry
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1944 · Malvado
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1958 · Del Rio
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1964 · Del Rio
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1979 · Cook Creek North
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1979 · Lozier Canyon North
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1979 · Cook Creek South
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1979 · Lozier Canyon South
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1980 · Ramsey Canyon
USGS Topo · 1:24,000