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2012 Map of Swayback Mountain

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Swayback Mtn serves as a central landmark in this high-elevation region of West Texas, where the landscape is defined by a complex network of canyons and intermittent waterways. The topography is shaped by the winding course of Limpia Cr, which flows through the eastern portion of the quadrangle, drawing travelers toward Wild Rose Pass. This mountain pass has historically served as a critical corridor through the Davis Mountains, providing a natural route for roads and early transit.

Remote ranching life is centered at Powell Ranch, situated near the head of the drainages in the northwest. The map details numerous named geographic features such as Cave Canyon, McCutcheon Canyon, and Limpia Ranch Spring, reflecting a long history of human navigation through this arid environment. The transition from high peaks to the deep cuts of Grapevine Canyon and Frazier Canyon illustrates the drainage patterns vital to local land use.