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2019 Map of Pecan Crossing

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Pecan Crossing
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The Colorado River carves a winding path through this portion of Mitchell County, serving as the primary drainage for a network of seasonal creeks and named water tanks. This modern survey illustrates a landscape of intermittent waterways, where Beals Cr and Willow Cr converge with the river amidst the arid terrain. The land is marked by small-scale ranching infrastructure, such as the Forrest Lowe Tank and Crane Hollow Tank, which are essential for water management in this part of West Texas.

A network of county roads, including Co RD 337 and Co RD 341, provides access to the interior, reflecting a rural settlement pattern where development is sparse and tied to the natural hydrology. Significant elevations are drained by Red Bank Cr and Big Silver Cr, the latter of which features the Silver Tank at its upper reaches. These features highlight the enduring reliance on both natural river systems and constructed catchments to sustain the local economy.