2012 Map of Robinson Draw

About this map

Whitehead Brothers Ranch and other remote holdings define this corner of the Edwards Plateau in Val Verde County. The landscape is structured by the seasonal drainage of Dolan Cr and the prominent Robinson Draw, which carve through the arid terrain. This 2012 survey illustrates the critical role of water management in West Texas ranching, documenting a high density of named water-pumping infrastructure essential for livestock. A network of named wells, including the Alta Windmill, Pastry Windmill, and Double Dolan Windmill, are positioned across the quadrangle to sustain operations at established sites like Taylor Ranch and Rose Ranch. The scarcity of permanent settlements and the reliance on these scattered windmills highlight the enduring challenges of land use in this sparsely populated region.