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1972 Map of Square Top Mountain

USGS Topo · Published 1975

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Square Top Mountain and Rattlesnake Butte dominate this West Texas landscape in the early 1970s, where the topography of Upton County transitions between high mesas and carved drainage channels. The industrial character of the region is defined by a dense network of energy infrastructure, evidenced by numerous Oil Wells, Drill Holes, and a complex system of pipelines that traverse the terrain. Transportation through these high plains is anchored by the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad, which cuts a straight diagonal path across the southern half of the quadrangle. Natural water features like China Draw and Fivemile Creek indicate the seasonal flow patterns that have shaped the arid environment, providing a stark contrast to the rigid lines of the rail and petroleum corridors. This survey offers a precise view of the mid-century oil and gas expansion that continues to define the geography of the Permian Basin.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1972
Date Published1975
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23.1 x 27.1 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain