1970 Map of Pipe Creek

About this map

Pipe Creek sits at the intersection of rugged Hill Country terrain and the winding Medina River corridor as it flowed in the late 1960s and 1970s. This survey, updated with revisions from 1979, illustrates the landscape before significant modern suburbanization reached this part of Bandera County. The terrain is defined by distinct elevations like Edwards Mountain and Smoothing Iron Mountain, while local hydrology is marked by numerous springs such as Coal Springs and Bowl Spring. The map documents the northern reaches of Medina Lake near the Spillway 1064, showing a mix of established sites like the Pipe Creek Cem and newer developments near Bandera Falls. Rural infrastructure, including the English Crossing Road and a notable Landing Strip, highlights the area's transition toward recreational and residential use.