2019 Map of Otey

About this map

The Brazos River meanders through the heart of this coastal prairie landscape, defining the winding boundary between Brazoria County and Fort Bend County. The map details a transition from the agricultural expansion of Alvin to the more rural ranchlands near Lochridge. Significant water management features dominate the hydrology, including the expansive Harris Reservoir and Reservoir Number 8, which sit alongside natural oxbows and waterways like Oyster Creek and Pecan Bayou. Local property history is reflected in the naming of modern rural tracts and landmarks such as Moyle Ranch and Moon Lake Ranch. The terrain is crisscrossed by a dense network of recreational trails and farm roads, including the 40 Acre Lake Trail and Spillway Trail, which navigate the wetlands and lakeshores typical of this Gulf Coast region. This survey captures the intricate drainage patterns and small-scale developments at the edge of the expanding Houston metropolitan area.