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2010 Map of Orla SE

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Orla SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

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The Pecos River meanders south through this West Texas landscape, defining the character of a region where water management and energy extraction are the primary drivers of settlement. In this arid reach of Reeves County, small outposts like Mason Station and the settlement of Riverton serve as focal points along the river valley. The landscape is marked by the presence of the East Tunistill Oil Field, illustrating the ongoing industrial importance of the Permian Basin's mineral resources during the early 21st century.

Infrastructure in the area is largely defined by the intersection of rural thoroughfares such as Ranch Rd 652 and Co Rd 440, which facilitate movement between scattered cattle tanks and industrial sites. Natural drainage features like Fourmile Draw and localized water sources such as Big Tank highlight the critical role of topography in supporting both ranching operations and the local oil economy.