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2012 Map of Spoon Draw

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Vaughn Spring serves as a critical water source in this dry stretch of the Edwards Plateau, where the landscape is defined by intermittent drainage systems. The network of seasonal waterways including W Las Moras Cr and Las Moras Cr illustrates the typical West Texas pattern of relief, where water only moves during significant rain events. The presence of Spoon Draw and Cole Well Draw further emphasizes the importance of these topographic depressions for managing livestock and tracing historical land use in Menard County.

Transportation in the early 21st century remains tied to a sparse grid of rural routes. Secondary arteries such as Ranch Road 2291 and Ranch Road 1773 provide access to large ranching parcels, while private paths like Walker Ln and Bradford Ln denote established family holdings. This survey documents the enduring ranching character of the region, where named landmarks are often tied to water features or specific access points like Ellis Rd.