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2013 Map of Spohn Ranch

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Spohn Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The working landscape of Webb County is defined by its ranching heritage and the vital infrastructure required to manage water in South Texas. This 2013 survey illustrates the extensive network of ranch properties, including the eponymous Spohn Ranch, Kennedy Ranch, and Jefferies Ranch. These holdings are supported by a complex system of earthen stock tanks, such as La Bandera Tank, Round Corner Tank, and Las Tablas Tank, which capture runoff from seasonal drainages like Cochio Cr and Jaboncillo Cr.

The presence of landmarks like the Florete Windmill and Coleman Windmill underscores the ongoing reliance on wind-powered water extraction for livestock. This topography reveals how property lines and road networks have been historically shaped by the subtle contours of the brush country, where water features like Spohn Ranch Lake serve as focal points for local settlement and agricultural activity. The map provides a detailed view of the modern ranching economy as it functioned in the early 21st century.