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2022 Map of Montell

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Montell
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The Nueces River winds through this section of the Edwards Plateau, where the settlement of Montell sits at the junction of several canyon-fed tributaries. The landscape is defined by deep drainage systems and prominent limestone features, including Cow Cave Bluff and numerous named depressions such as Plum Hollow, Machinery Hollow, and John Horse Hollow. These corridors served as historical conduits for movement between the higher elevations and the river valley below.

Local history and genealogy are anchored by the Episcopal Church Of The Ascension Cem, a significant landmark near the riverbank. The area is also notable for its abundant natural water sources, including Red Camp Spring, Fat Hog Spring, Dripping Spring, and Norton Spring, which likely dictated the placement of early ranching and residential sites. Elevations rise sharply toward peaks like Boiling Mtn and Hayes Mtn, providing a clear view of the complex hydrography of Montell Cr and its various forks.