2019 Map of Shipp Ranch

About this map

Shipp Ranch serves as the primary landmark in this corner of Webb County, where the landscape is defined by an intricate network of livestock water tanks and ephemeral creek beds. This 2019 survey captures a ranching environment where water management is paramount, as evidenced by the density of named features like Potrero Arriba Tank, Certificado Tank, and McElrow Tank. These features, often named for Spanish local descriptors or family surnames, suggest a long history of land use and private holdings in the brush country. The map traces the drainage patterns of Salado Cr and Gato Cr as they cut through the dry terrain, providing a look at the natural geography before these waters reach larger tributaries. Transportation through this rural area is facilitated by FM 2895 and Ranch Rd 7098A, which connect the isolated ranching operations to the wider region.