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1964 Map of Tarpley

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Tarpley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Tarpley serves as the primary focal point of this 1964 survey, situated at the confluence of several vital waterways in the Hill Country. The settlement's connection to the surrounding landscape is defined by the drainage patterns of Williams Creek, Hondo Creek, and Commissioners Creek. The terrain is characterized by a dense network of springs and named hollows, including Clement Springs and Dewberry Hollow, which supported the local ranching and agricultural economy.

Evidence of historical land use and travel is visible in the network of jeep trails and the presence of Garrison in the northwest corner. Prominent topographic landmarks such as Gunsight Mountain, Saddleback Mountain, and Iron Top Mountain provide a clear sense of the area's physical geography. The map also records the boundary line between Bandera and Medina Counties, as well as industrial features like a Pipeline and a local Gravel Pit.