2019 Map of Mudge Draw

About this map

The divide between Kimble and Kerr counties is defined here by the undulating plateau and drainage networks of the Texas Hill Country. The landscape is dominated by the dry watercourses of Mudge Draw and Jim Little Draw, which reflect the seasonal hydrology of this arid region. Ranching infrastructure provides the primary human footprint, with a dense network of private roads like Rio Bonita Ranch Rd and Stapp Ranch Rd serving sprawling landholdings. Interstate 10 carves a modern diagonal path across the limestone terrain, accompanied by its service and frontage roads. Local water sources are sparse, limited to discrete features such as East Spring, Roach Lake, and The Dirt Tank, which are essential for livestock and the local ecosystem. This 2019 survey captures the area just as modern transportation corridors increasingly intersect with traditional large-scale ranching operations.