2010 Map of Salt Lake

About this map

Salt Lake and Pecks Lake punctuate this high plains landscape in Midland County, revealing a region defined by its scarce water resources and cattle ranching heritage. The map documents a network of named family ranches and water infrastructure, including the Franklin Ranch and Hutt Ranch. The prevalence of water-pumping infrastructure, such as the Youngblood Windmill, Winkleman Windmill, and Redtop Windmill, underscores the necessity of groundwater in this arid environment. Natural drainage patterns are marked by ephemeral features like Johnson Draw and Gray Well Draw. This survey serves as a clear record of the late 20th-century land use in West Texas, where the transition from traditional ranching to modern resource extraction is signaled by landmarks such as the Oil Well Windmill.