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2010 Map of Parrilla Creek SW

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

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Solo Ranch and a dense network of private ranch roads characterize this section of Duval County in the early 21st century. The landscape is defined by the vital infrastructure of water management, visible through numerous windmills and tanks distributed across the terrain. Notable features include Javalina Windmill, Callejon Windmill, and Artesian Pen Windmill, which reflect the region's deep reliance on groundwater for ranching operations.

Drainage is provided by the winding paths of Agua Poquita Creek and Macho Creek, which are supplemented by man-made reservoirs like Valders Tank and Bivora Tank. The presence of the Hamilton Ranch Airport indicates the scale and logistical needs of these sprawling South Texas properties. This survey provides a clear view of the ranching economy, where family-named landmarks and water sources serve as the primary geographical anchors.