1944 Map of Spofford
USGS Topo · Published 1944About this map
Spofford serves as a central hub in this West Texas landscape, where the Southern Pacific and Texas and New Orleans railroads intersect. The terrain is defined by the significant rise of the Anacacho Mts, featuring landmarks like Indian Head Peak and the nearby Peloncillo Peak. This 1940s survey reveals a ranching economy dependent on an extensive network of water tanks, including Hobbs Tank, Gaebler Tank, and Willow Tank, essential for sustaining livestock across the semi-arid Kinney and Maverick County line. Numerous family holdings such as Beidler Ranch, Rosenow Ranch, and Anacacho Headquarters Ranch are situated along drainages like Las Moras Creek and Elm Creek. The map also captures smaller outposts and sidings like Nora and Anacacho, providing a clear view of rural settlement patterns and transportation infrastructure during World War II.
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