1963 Map of Monument Hill

About this map

The Blanco County landscape depicted here is dominated by the complex drainage systems of the Pedernales River basin during the early 1960s. Miller Creek and McCall Creek wind through a series of prominent limestone rises, including Monument Hill and Martin Mountain, while a network of springs like Walnut Spring and Duncan Spring feed the local watercourses. The map captures the area before modern development, showing a rural infrastructure of unimproved roads such as Miller Road and the presence of a remote Landing Strip. These features, along with numerous gravel pits and well sites, illustrate a mid-century economy focused on ranching and resource extraction. The topography is further detailed by the inclusion of local landmarks like Brushy Top and Rattlesnake Hill, providing a clear record of the territory's traditional nomenclature and property divisions.