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2022 Map of Silver Lake

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Silver Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

West Nueces River carves a deep path through the limestone topography of this Kinney County landscape, where water sources are the defining landmarks for local ranching operations. The terrain is marked by significant elevations like Black Mtn and Dutch Mtn, while the drainage network includes Dry Sycamore Cr and the prominent Leona Draw to the southwest. Strategic water points such as Blue Waterhole, Dutch Waterhole, and Silver Springs serve as vital resources in this arid environment, often located near ranch headquarters.

Private aviation plays a visible role in regional connectivity, evidenced by the distribution of several landing strips including Back Porch Ranch Airport, Spring Ranch Airport, and L Davis Ranch Airport. The northern border follows the line between Edwards Co and Kinney Co, while the interior is navigated by routes like Cedar Creek Rd and FM 3199. Natural features such as Schwander Springs and the tucked-away Long Lake further illustrate the localized importance of groundwater across these canyon-riven ranch lands.