2010 Map of Santa Elena NW

About this map

Windmill-driven water infrastructure defines the character of this Jim Hogg County landscape, reflecting the essential role of groundwater in sustaining cattle ranching across South Texas. Named landmarks such as Alta Vista Windmill and Agua Dulce Windmill are scattered throughout the territory, linked by a sparse network of ranch roads and tracks. These features, including San Pedro Windmill and Huisache Windmill, serve as primary points of orientation and historical continuity for local landholders. The presence of numerous named wells like Bonita Windmill and El Jardin Windmill suggests a long-standing reliance on the underlying aquifer to manage this semi-arid environment. The U.S. Geological Survey documented these specific markers, which remain vital for identifying property lines and historical grazing patterns in a region where large-scale ranching is the primary land use.