1962 Map of Stewart Ranch

About this map

The boundary between Sutton Co and Edwards Co divides this ranching landscape of the Edwards Plateau during the early 1960s. The terrain is defined by a network of drainage features like Tenmile Draw and Rattlesnake Draw that lead toward the Dry Llano River. Unlike many regions of the country that saw urban sprawl in this era, this area remained dominated by expansive landholdings such as Stewart Ranch, Wade Ranch, and Miers Ranch. Human industry is etched onto the map through the presence of a Pipeline, a Gas Well, and numerous extraction sites labeled Gravel Pit. Movement across the county line is facilitated by the unpaved path of Bond Road, illustrating the sparse, functional transportation network required for isolated West Texas ranching operations.