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1964 Map of Rafter Hollow

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Rafter Hollow
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

The Old San Antonio Road cuts through the heart of this landscape, tracing a historic transit corridor through the Texas Hill Country. During this mid-century period, the area remained defined by significant family holdings and working livestock operations, including the Hillingdon Ranch, Rausch Ranch, and Jung Ranch. The topography is characterized by deep drainages like Rafter Hollow and prominent elevations such as Big Hill, Dunners Mountain, and Schleicher Mountain.

A complex network of water sources sustains the terrain, from South Grape Creek in the north to Sister Creek and the headwaters of Darmstadt Creek. Numerous smaller features like Red Spring and Polecat Creek highlight the importance of water management in this environment. The map also documents the localized industry of the time, such as a Gravel Pit and various fence lines, providing a clear picture of rural land use before modern subdivision.