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2022 Map of Pecos High Bridge

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Pecos High Bridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The Pecos River carves a winding path through the deeply incised limestone plateaus of Val Verde County, Texas, in this 2022 survey. This arid landscape is characterized by a network of drainage systems including Shackelford Canyon to the west and the confluence of Faro Canyon and Dead Mans Canyon to the east. These steep-walled canyons reflect the unique geomorphology of the Trans-Pecos region, where intermittent water flow has sculpted the terrain over millennia.

Protection of this environment is evident through the inclusion of the Amistad National Recreation Area, which encompasses the southern reaches of the river corridor. Localized water sources like Dead Man Springs and the aptly named Crazy Canyon highlight the topographical challenges and vital landmarks in this sparsely populated borderland area, providing a detailed look at the modern state of this protected Texas wilderness.