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2011 Map of Sand Hill

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Sand Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Rita Blanca National Grassland dominates the eastern edge of this high-plains landscape in Union County, where the sprawling rangeland is defined by its vital water sources. The importance of groundwater for ranching is evident in the numerous named landmarks scattered across the quadrangle, including Ham Windmill, Domingues Windmill, and Means Windmill. These features, along with Sand Hill Windmill and Carrizo Windmill, speak to the enduring agricultural infrastructure required to sustain life in this arid region.

The terrain is carved by the drainages of Carrizo Creek and Garcia Creek, which wind through the topographical variations of the Cedar Hills and the prominent Sand Hill. Human settlement is sparse and focused on localized sites like McCarley and the Thomas Cemetery in the southern portion of the map. A network of county routes, such as County Hwy C-070 and County Hwy C-089, connects these remote points, providing a structured view of the modern ranching economy.