1971 Map of McKinney Springs, 1973 Print
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1971 Map of McKinney Springs

USGS Topo · Published 1973

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Big Bend National Park defines this arid landscape in Brewster County, where 1970s cartography highlights the crucial role of water sources in the high desert. The map details a network of vital hydrologic features including McKinney Springs, Muskhog Spring, and the ephemeral Tornillo Creek. These water points were essential for early transit and survival, linked by historic routes such as the Old Ore Road and the Telephone Trail.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1971
Date Published1973
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23.2 x 27.1 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.


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