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2010 Map of Persimmon Gap

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

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Santiago Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in Brewster County, marking a critical transition in the Big Bend region. At the southern terminus of the range, Persimmon Gap serves as a natural gateway for the Main Park Rd, reflecting the area's geography where rugged passes dictate the movement of both modern travelers and wildlife. This 2010 survey illustrates a sparse ranching and conservation corridor where water is the defining resource, evidenced by scattered features like the Carney Tank and the ephemeral Javelina Draw.

Infrastructure is limited to essential ranch roads and highways, including Chalk Draw Ranch Rd and FM 2627 Hwy. These routes connect remote landmarks such as Double Mills and Green Windmill, which signify the long history of livestock management in this arid environment. The drainage of Maravillas Creek provides the primary topographic relief in the northern section, carving through the terrain near the mountain's edge.