2016 Map of Paloma

About this map

Elm Cr meanders through this Maverick County landscape, shaping a terrain defined by ranching infrastructure and intermittent water sources. The settlement of Paloma sits in the southern portion of the quadrangle, while Darling is located to the north near the Dunbar Cattle Company Lake. This area of South Texas relies heavily on human-made water management, as evidenced by the numerous tanks and lakes named for local families and estates, such as Burr Estate Lake Number 2 and Bandera School Land Lake. The geography is anchored by Consuelo Hill in the south, providing a natural landmark amidst a network of drainage features like Dry Camp Tank and Garcia Tank. The mapping of these specific tanks and cattle company holdings reflects the enduring importance of large-scale land ownership and water rights in this arid region.