1970 Map of Seagraves SE

About this map

McKenzie Draw carves a subtle path across this West Texas landscape, winding through a region heavily defined by energy extraction in the early 1970s. The terrain is marked by a dense network of industrial infrastructure, characterized by an extensive Oil Field and Gas Field that dominate the southeastern quadrant. This 1970 survey shows a landscape saturated with resource development, where numerous Wells, Gas Wells, and a dedicated Pumping Sta underscore the subterranean wealth of the Permian Basin. Away from the primary drilling zones, scattered Gravel Pits suggest local material extraction, while a geometric grid of roads and an intersecting Pipeline network organize the surface. The map captures Gaines County at a peak of petroleum activity, documenting the precise placement of infrastructure used to tap into the regional oil and gas reserves.