The arid landscape of Kenedy County is meticulously documented in this 2019 survey, characterized by a complex network of ephemeral wetlands and shifting sands. The terrain is dominated by small, scattered depressions and topographic undulations, reflecting the unique coastal prairie and sand plain environment of southern Texas. A singular focal point in this vast expanse is the Tecolote Artesian Well, a critical water source located in the southwestern section of the map. This feature represents a vital piece of local infrastructure in a region where surface water is scarce and largely dependent on seasonal fluctuations. The absence of major settlements or primary roads underscores the isolation of this ranching country, where movement is dictated by the natural contours of the land and the location of essential groundwater resources.
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1921 · Tarida Ranch
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1923 · Lopena Island
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1923 · Saltillo Ranch
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1952 · South of Potrero Lopeno NW
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1952 · Port Mansfield
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1952 · Potrero Lopeno SW
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1952 · Potrero Lopeno
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1952 · South of Potrero Lopeno
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1953 · Brownsville
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1956 · Saltillo Well
USGS Topo · 1:24,000