1983 Map of Santiago Peak

About this map

Santiago Peak dominates this high-desert landscape in Brewster County, marking a prominent point in the Santiago Mountains. The 1983 topography reveals a sparse settlement pattern characteristic of the Big Bend region, where human presence is defined by scattered water sources and remote outposts. The Potter Ranch sits along the lower elevations, likely dependent on the intermittent drainage of Chalk Draw. The map details a network of Jeep Trails and a system of tanks and drill holes, essential infrastructure for cattle ranching and mineral exploration in an arid climate. Calamity Creek winds through the western portion of the quadrangle, illustrating the complex erosional patterns that have shaped this portion of West Texas.