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2012 Map of Southmost

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Southmost
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Rio Grande meanders through this southernmost tip of Texas, defining a landscape marked by its riverine history and agricultural heritage. The serpentine path of the river has created unique landforms known as bancos, including La Canasta Banco Number 4, Los Borregos Banco Number 123, and Longoreno Banco Number 3, which reflect the shifting international boundary and historical land ownership.

Settlement patterns in this region are tied to large land holdings and rural communities, such as Nogales Ranch, Southmost Ranch, and English Farms. The small community of South Point sits near the bend in the river, while Palm Grove and the Southmost Cem serve as important landmarks for local genealogy and history. The grid of roads, including Southmost Rd and Sabel Palm Grove Rd, provides access to these fertile riverlands near the Mexican border.