2013 Map of Santa Maria

About this map

The Rio Grande snakes along the southern border of this South Texas landscape, defining the international boundary and creating a complex system of oxbows and bancos. These historical river loops, including La Bolsa Banco Number 27 and Soliseno Banco Number 23, reflect the shifting nature of the river over time. The region's agricultural character is evident through an extensive network of irrigation infrastructure, such as the Santa Maria Main Canal and the Adams Gardens Main Canal, which feed into major catchments like the Adams Winter Garden Reservoir.