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1968 Map of Orla NE

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Orla NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

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The Pecos River and the Tunstill watercourse define the southern reaches of this arid Permian Basin landscape, where industrial infrastructure and cattle ranching coexist. The presence of an expansive Oil Field and a network of pipelines crossing the state line reflects the region's late-1960s reliance on petroleum extraction. Amidst the industrial activity, the map documents the survival of ranching life through isolated landmarks like Boyd Ranch, which is supported by vital water sources such as Boyd Well and Double Well.

The terrain is marked by essential rural infrastructure including a Gyp Windmill and a remote Corral, indicating the sparse but deliberate use of the land. Multiple Gravel Pit operations are scattered across the quadrangle, likely serving the maintenance of the various Jeep Trails that provide access to this corner of Loving County near the New Mexico border. This survey effectively captures the intersection of traditional West Texas ranching with the growing footprint of the energy industry.