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2022 Map of Parrilla Creek SW

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Parrilla Creek SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The South Texas ranchlands of Duval County are defined by an intricate network of intermittent waterways and essential livestock infrastructure. Water management is central to the landscape, evidenced by numerous named reservoirs including Valders Tank, Bivora Tank, and Artesian Tank. These features reflect the necessity of water security in a region where creeks such as Agua Poquita Cr and Macho Cr are often seasonal.

Transport and access are facilitated by a system of farm roads and private routes, notably FM 2295 and several stretches of Ranch Rd. The presence of the Hamilton Ranch Airport highlights the importance of aviation in managing large Texas landholdings. This survey captures a moment in the modern ranching era, showing the intersection of traditional water conservation methods with the connectivity required for contemporary rural operations.