2012 Map of Pitchfork Ranch

About this map

Pitchfork Ranch anchors this West Texas landscape, a region defined by its reliance on subterranean water sources and the sprawling network of its water infrastructure. The map depicts a rugged terrain dissected by drainage systems like the S Wichita River, Brushy Cr, and Salt Cr, which carve out notable geological formations such as Davidson Canyon and Flakemoore Canyon. The distribution of named windmills across the ranch land—including the James Hodge Windmill, Matador Windmill, and Fortyone Windmill—illustrates the intensive ranching operations of the early 21st century. These landmarks, along with features like Devils Playground and Hanna Draw, provide a unique spatial record of the nomenclature and environmental adaptations common to King County’s cattle-raising heritage.