2016 Map of Shipp Ranch

About this map

Shipp Ranch serves as the namesake and primary human settlement in this semi-arid stretch of South Texas, where water management is the defining characteristic of the landscape. The terrain is crisscrossed by seasonal drainages such as Salado Cr, Gato Cr, and Reiser Cr, though the map reveals a sophisticated network of man-made water features essential for ranching operations. Dozens of earthen tanks, including Potrero Arriba Tank, Vinateria Tank, and the descriptively named Bandido Tank, provide the necessary infrastructure for livestock in this environment.